
Ast Prof-Fixed Term
Part-timeMichigan State University(MSU)
East Lansing, MIPart-time / Full-time / TemporarySeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed today
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Michigan State University’s Department of History invites applications to a pool of qualified fixed-term Assistant Professors to teach undergraduate or graduate courses as departmental needs arise. Appointments may be part-time or full-time and vary by semester; some semesters may have no openings. Candidates must be qualified to teach in at least one of the listed history fields. Positions may begin as early as January 1, 2027, during the regular academic year.
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Position Summary Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. The Department of History at Michigan State University invites applications for a pool of qualified fixed-term Assistant Professors to teach one or more undergraduate or graduate-level courses per semester. These positions could be part-time or full time, and vary by semester, depending on the needs of the Department. It is possible that no positions are needed in some semesters. Applicants in this pool are reviewed when the Department has immediate needs and positions would begin as early as January 1, 2027. Courses would be offered during the regular academic year (AY) when available. Candidates must be qualified to teach in at least ONE of the following fields: - United States History - Latin American History - Asian History - European History - African History ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Degree Doctorate -Doctorate -- History in US, Latin America, Asia, Europe or Africa ### Minimum Requirements A Ph.D. or equivalent degree required by date of hire. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence and/or significant work experience in one of the following fields: U.S. History, Latin American History, African History, Asian History, or European History. ### Desired Qualifications 1. Experience teaching undergraduate courses of varying enrollment sizes. 2. Experience supervising or working with teaching assistants. ### Required Application Materials 1. Cover Letter that includes the areas of teaching interest. 2. Resume/CV. 3. Name and contact information for three professional references. ### Special Instructions Review of applications will begin when courses become available and will continue until positions are filled. Questions regarding this position can be addressed to the Search Committee Chair and the Department Chairperson, Dr. Michael Stamm at [email protected]. ### Review of Applications Begins On 09/21/2026 ### Website HISTORY.MSU.EDU ### MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
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- This postingNot listed
- US median$95–116K/yr298 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 46 open Assistant Professor jobs in Michigan and 973 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Michigan
- Michigan State University(MSU) (this employer)15 open
- Michigan State University11 open
- Wayne State University9 open
- Experience
- Assistant Professor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (120 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a doctorate or professional degree; 654 of the 973 open Assistant Professor jobs (67%) ask for a doctorate or professional degree.
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