What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of History Secondary Education position at The Board of Trustees for the University of Northern Colorado?
POSITION TITLE: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of History Secondary Education DEPARTMENT: History BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub |
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/01/2025.
Position Summary:
The History Department at the University of Northern Colorado invites applications for a tenure-track, endowed assistant professorship in history and secondary education, beginning in August 2026.
Job Duties:
The 3-3 teaching load includes courses in our Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP), a U.S. history survey, upper-division and graduate classes, and an Advanced Overview of American History designed primarily for STEP students. Service includes academic advising for history majors and student teacher observations. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to training future educators and have an active, innovative research agenda.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in U.S. history
- Secondary teaching experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates prepared to teach African American history
Contact and Application Deadline:
To apply, submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcripts, two sample syllabi (one for a U.S. history survey and one for a teaching methods course), and contact information for three references who will be asked for letters of recommendation upon application to https://www.unco.edu/human-resources/careers-at-unc.aspx. The two syllabi should be uploaded as one document to “other documents.” Review of applications begins November 1. Inquiries regarding the position can be addressed T. J. Tomlin tj.tomlin@unco.edu.
Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.
About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and
continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized
as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to
be a Hispanic
Serving Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in their
family to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to
learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
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environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNC
community. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawful
discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,
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ADA Accommodations
The University of Northern Colorado is committed
to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you
require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing
or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct
your inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.
Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has
been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
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