University of Southern Indiana
Assistant Professor of History
University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, Indiana, United States, 47725
Overview
The Department of History at the University of Southern Indiana, a public university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in History. Appointment will begin Fall 2026. Title:
Assistant Professor of History Division:
Provost's Office Department:
College of Liberal Arts FLSA Status:
Exempt Salary Range:
Annual Salary EEO Job Group:
2 C5 Duties/Responsibilities
The Assistant Professor will be expected to engage in professional and university service activities and teach 12 credit hours per semester, which includes undergraduate departmental course offerings in United States history. The successful candidate will specialize in 19th century United States history and can teach classes on enslavement and the Civil War. The Department is open to expertise in all themes, including (but not limited to) comparative perspectives of the Global South and/or Atlantic World histories, trans-Atlantic enslavement, digital humanities, migration, religion, race, gender and sexuality, and empire. Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in History or a closely related field. Applicants with ABD status will be considered at the rank of Instructor if the doctoral degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, the terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027. About The College
Information about USI's College of Liberal Arts may be found at https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts About The Department
Information on the degree programs in the Department of History may be found at: https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts/history Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include: Cover Letter Current CV/resume Teaching statement or philosophy Unofficial transcripts Official transcripts to be requested at a further stage. Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Stella Ress, search committee chair, at sress@usi.edu Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials by November 11, 2025. Pre-Employment Screening:
A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States:
USI will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations:
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement:
USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
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The Department of History at the University of Southern Indiana, a public university in Evansville, Indiana, seeks applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in History. Appointment will begin Fall 2026. Title:
Assistant Professor of History Division:
Provost's Office Department:
College of Liberal Arts FLSA Status:
Exempt Salary Range:
Annual Salary EEO Job Group:
2 C5 Duties/Responsibilities
The Assistant Professor will be expected to engage in professional and university service activities and teach 12 credit hours per semester, which includes undergraduate departmental course offerings in United States history. The successful candidate will specialize in 19th century United States history and can teach classes on enslavement and the Civil War. The Department is open to expertise in all themes, including (but not limited to) comparative perspectives of the Global South and/or Atlantic World histories, trans-Atlantic enslavement, digital humanities, migration, religion, race, gender and sexuality, and empire. Required Knowledge and Skills
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in History or a closely related field. Applicants with ABD status will be considered at the rank of Instructor if the doctoral degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, the terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027. About The College
Information about USI's College of Liberal Arts may be found at https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts About The Department
Information on the degree programs in the Department of History may be found at: https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts/history Application Process
Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include: Cover Letter Current CV/resume Teaching statement or philosophy Unofficial transcripts Official transcripts to be requested at a further stage. Search Committee Chair:
If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Stella Ress, search committee chair, at sress@usi.edu Best Consideration Date:
For best consideration, please submit materials by November 11, 2025. Pre-Employment Screening:
A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States:
USI will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations:
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement:
USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
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