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Utah Valley University - Faculty - Assistant Professor - U.S. History
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Utah Valley University - Faculty - Assistant Professor - U.S. History
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: FT Faculty
Job Number: FY2605057
Closing: 11/30/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
Location: 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Division: VP Academic Affairs
The Department of History and Political Science at Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant professorship in U.S. History (1877 to the present) beginning in Fall 2026. The position is a nine‑month appointment with a required 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate will teach lower‑division surveys in Modern U.S. History, an upper‑division course in Utah History, and courses in their areas of specialization. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in public or digital history. Candidates must have experience teaching in a college or university setting and demonstrate a commitment to engaged teaching, active scholarship, and service. Application deadline is November 30, 2025. The application must include a cover letter, CV, graduate transcript, writing sample, and teaching statement. Ph.D. in History must be completed by the date of appointment. The search committee expects to conduct first‑round online interviews in January.
Utah Valley University is an EEO employer that serves 47,000 students and is located in Orem, Utah, 45 minutes south of Salt Lake City. The region is fast‑growing and offers a mix of cultural amenities, world‑class skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
UVU values fairness and openness in its hiring process and seeks candidates prepared to demonstrate a commitment to UVU’s mission, excellence in teaching, effective engagement of students from varied backgrounds, and fostering respectful, accessible learning environments.
Summary of Responsibilities
Teach a 4‑4 course load (or service/administrative equivalency) of lower and upper division undergraduate classes, including surveys, areas of specialization, and department service courses.
Maintain and submit accurate current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow‑up. Establish and maintain office hours. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Maintain currency in fields of expertise, research, and pedagogy. Assist department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, and program changes. Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned. Conduct self professionally.
Demonstrate teaching experience in an environment that features a student body with different abilities and educational backgrounds. Knowledge of and demonstrated use of engaged teaching techniques. Skilled in effective oral and written communication, including the ability to communicate with different audiences.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications PhD in History or related field must be completed by date of appointment
Documents Needed to Apply
Writing Sample
Teaching Philosophy
SRI/Student Rating of Instruction
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of and demonstrated use of engaged teaching techniques and methods.
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques in upper and lower division courses.
Demonstrated research skills.
Evidence of successful teaching, research productivity, service, and commitment to professional development.
Ability to manage, motivate, and evaluate students in upper and lower division courses.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5124898/faculty-assistant-professor-u-s-history
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The Department of History and Political Science at Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant professorship in U.S. History (1877 to the present) beginning in Fall 2026. The position is a nine‑month appointment with a required 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate will teach lower‑division surveys in Modern U.S. History, an upper‑division course in Utah History, and courses in their areas of specialization. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in public or digital history. Candidates must have experience teaching in a college or university setting and demonstrate a commitment to engaged teaching, active scholarship, and service. Application deadline is November 30, 2025. The application must include a cover letter, CV, graduate transcript, writing sample, and teaching statement. Ph.D. in History must be completed by the date of appointment. The search committee expects to conduct first‑round online interviews in January.
Utah Valley University is an EEO employer that serves 47,000 students and is located in Orem, Utah, 45 minutes south of Salt Lake City. The region is fast‑growing and offers a mix of cultural amenities, world‑class skiing, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
UVU values fairness and openness in its hiring process and seeks candidates prepared to demonstrate a commitment to UVU’s mission, excellence in teaching, effective engagement of students from varied backgrounds, and fostering respectful, accessible learning environments.
Summary of Responsibilities
Teach a 4‑4 course load (or service/administrative equivalency) of lower and upper division undergraduate classes, including surveys, areas of specialization, and department service courses.
Maintain and submit accurate current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow‑up. Establish and maintain office hours. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Maintain currency in fields of expertise, research, and pedagogy. Assist department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, and program changes. Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned. Conduct self professionally.
Demonstrate teaching experience in an environment that features a student body with different abilities and educational backgrounds. Knowledge of and demonstrated use of engaged teaching techniques. Skilled in effective oral and written communication, including the ability to communicate with different audiences.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications PhD in History or related field must be completed by date of appointment
Documents Needed to Apply
Writing Sample
Teaching Philosophy
SRI/Student Rating of Instruction
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge of and demonstrated use of engaged teaching techniques and methods.
Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques in upper and lower division courses.
Demonstrated research skills.
Evidence of successful teaching, research productivity, service, and commitment to professional development.
Ability to manage, motivate, and evaluate students in upper and lower division courses.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/uvu/jobs/5124898/faculty-assistant-professor-u-s-history
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