Assistant Professor of 18th/19th American History Job at Coastal Carolina Univer

Assistant Professor of 18th/19th American History

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Overview

The Department of History at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of 18th/19th-Century American History, beginning August 2026.

We seek candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, the potential for excellence in graduate instruction, and the pursuit of an active scholarly agenda. The desired candidate will hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment with a focus on American History within the general period of 1783-1898. We welcome applicants with expertise in Native American History, especially with a regional focus on the Southeast.

Applicants who can contribute to the development of our curriculum and existing programs, such as the Social Studies major and related minors/certificates/initiatives at the departmental or college level, are particularly welcome to apply. The successful candidate will teach 6 courses per year: a combination of U.S. History survey courses and upper-level courses in their area(s) of specialization, including courses through the nineteenth century and per the needs of the department and in consultation with the Department Chair.

Responsibilities

• Teach 6 courses per year: a combination of U.S. History survey courses and upper-level courses in the area(s) of specialization, including courses through the nineteenth century and per department needs.
• Prepare content, syllabi, and University Moodle/curricular sites for each course and/or lab; communicate with students after reviewing assignments; calculate and assign grades per established procedures; track and report absences as directed by the Registrar.
• Engage in scholarly research to contribute to knowledge in the field and supervise student researchers in related techniques.
• Post and maintain regular office hours; participate in university-related activities including committees, meetings, ceremonies, events, and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must hold the appropriate terminal degree or meet the established alternative qualifications, and exhibit strong potential for excellence in teaching.
• Ph.D. in History (or closely related field) with a focus on American History within 1783–1898 by the time of appointment.
• Evidence or potential for excellent undergraduate teaching; ability to contribute to graduate instruction and to the development of curriculum as described in the overview.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120395. A complete set of application materials must include: a letter of application describing the candidate’s interest, qualifications, teaching experience, and scholarly agenda; at least 3 sample syllabi (1 early U.S. History survey class and 2 potential upper-level courses); an unofficial transcript; curriculum vitae; and the names and contact information of three references. Applicants are also invited to include copies of recent teaching evaluations with their application. A review of applications will begin December 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

About Coastal Carolina University

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, nine miles from Myrtle Beach. The University enrolls over 10,800 students from 49 states and 55 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees in arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, as well as various advanced degrees.

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Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

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