Assistant Professor, History of Science
MSCCN - Logan, UT
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Assistant Professor, History of Science Requisition ID: 2024-8417 of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Humanities and Social Sci Department: History Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of History at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month academic year position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the History of Science. The time period and geographic region are open. Possible subspecialties include the history of applied sciences (e.g., engineering, computing, science education), the history of health and medicine, and the history of agriculture and land-use practices. The successful applicant will teach survey courses aligned with their geographic area(s) of expertise (U.S., Europe, or World), as well as upper-division and graduate courses in their area of specialization. The department seeks a colleague who can show evidence of teaching excellence and research productivity. Teaching is the primary focus of this position, and the faculty member will be responsible for teaching six courses per year, including courses taught in different modalities (face-to-face, online, and broadcast). The anticipated start date is August 2025. Responsibilities Demonstrate excellence in teaching Teach one or more of our lower-division surveys (HIST 1100, HIST 1110, HIST 1500, HIST 1510, HIST 1700, HIST 2700, or HIST 2710) Contribute to the department's lower-division, upper-division, and graduate curricula Produce high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship Contribute to service in the Department, College, and University Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in the History of Science or related field by July 2025 (ABD will be considered at time of application if degree is completed by July 2025) Evidence of teaching excellence Evidence of scholarly productivity Preferred Qualifications: Ability to contribute to other units in the History Department, including the Public History emphasis, the Classics Program, the Religious Studies Program, or the Global Peacebuilding Certificate. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under 'Resume/CV' Two syllabi to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under 'Documents 1-10'. One for any survey course in US History, European History, or World History; and another for any course related to the history of science. The names and email addresses of three references to be entered into Candidate Profile. (Your references will be asked to upload a letter of recommendation if your candidacy advances to the next level). A cover letter, to be typed/pasted at the end of your application, that speaks to your effectiveness as a teacher and researcher. The committee may request copies of course evaluations or other teaching materials if your candidacy advances to the interview stage Document size may not exceed 10... For full info follow application link. USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University p olicy or local, state, or federal law (
Created: 2024-10-04