What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor, History position at University of Scranton, Department of Communication & Media?
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Professor, History Non-Discrimination Statement
The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.
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The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu
(570) 941-6645
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/
The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.
University Mission
The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.
Department History Job Purpose
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
Tenure-track role of Assistant Professor for the History Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Scranton.
Essential Duties
Responsibilities include teaching the World History survey as well as other courses in other areas of expertise. Teach courses related to the British Empire with a particular focus on the Global South (South/Southeast Asia, Africa, etc.). Maintain a scholarly research program and perform service to the Department, University, and Community.
Requirements
Additional Skills Required Minimum Education Requirements
Requires a Ph.D. in History.
Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 9 Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Tenure Track Is this posting collecting references?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number F00620P Open Date 09/11/2026 Close Date 10/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Information
Position Title Assistant Professor, History Non-Discrimination Statement
The University is committed to providing an educational, residential, and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Members of the University community, applicants for employment or admissions, guests and visitors have the right to be free from harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sex, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, national origin, ethnicity, family responsibilities, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment.
About
The University will promptly address reports of discrimination under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy (NDAH Policy) or the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy (SHSM Policy). Anyone who has questions about the above referenced policies, or wishes to report a possible violation of one of the policies should contact:
Elizabeth M. Garcia
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Compliance & Title IX
Institute of Molecular Biology & Medicine, Suite 315
elizabeth.garcia2@scranton.edu
(570) 941-6645
https://www.scranton.edu/compliance-titleix/
The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator.
University Mission
The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.
Department History Job Purpose
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Immigration sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
Tenure-track role of Assistant Professor for the History Department in the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Scranton.
Essential Duties
Responsibilities include teaching the World History survey as well as other courses in other areas of expertise. Teach courses related to the British Empire with a particular focus on the Global South (South/Southeast Asia, Africa, etc.). Maintain a scholarly research program and perform service to the Department, University, and Community.
Requirements
Additional Skills Required Minimum Education Requirements
Requires a Ph.D. in History.
Preferred Education Minimum Job Experience Requirements Preferred Qualifications Years of Experience Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Annual Schedule 9 Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Tenure Track Is this posting collecting references?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number F00620P Open Date 09/11/2026 Close Date 10/15/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae