Faculty Positions
TITLE: Assistant Professor, History
STARTING DATE: August 16, 2012
DESCRIPTION: The University of Illinois Springfield invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the History of Colonial and Revolutionary America, beginning August 2012. Area of research specialization within Colonial and Revolutionary America is open, although candidates must be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in area of expertise, historical methods, and contribute to general education. Interest and ability to develop and teach courses in a sub-field in support of the department’s mission is an asset. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly potential, willingness to teach online, and ability to work well in a small, collegial department. Teaching load is three courses per term. A Ph.D. in History is required at the time of appointment.
CAMPUS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois. The UIS campus serves approximately 5,000 students in 23 undergraduate and 21 graduate degree programs. The academic curriculum of the campus emphasizes a strong liberal arts core, an array of professional programs, extensive opportunities in experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues of the day. The campus offers many small classes, substantial student-faculty interaction, and a rapidly evolving technology enhanced learning environment. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu and the department web page at http://www.uis.edu/history.
APPLICATION: Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:
Chair, Colonial and Revolutionary America Search Committee
University of Illinois Springfield
One University Plaza MS UHB 3050
Springfield IL 62703-5407
Review of applications will begin on December 16, 2011, and will continue until position is filled.
UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
