Assistant Professor of History (19th‑Century US Focus)

About the role

The Department of History at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a tenure‑track Assistant Professor to begin in the fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will focus on United States history in the nineteenth century, teaching a mix of core, upper‑level, and graduate courses while contributing to the department’s research and service missions.

Key responsibilities

• Teach lower‑level U.S. history courses that support the university’s core curriculum.
• Develop and deliver upper‑level and graduate courses for the History major and Public History program.
• Serve as a thesis advisor or committee member for the MA in Public History.
• Conduct and publish research that meets tenure‑track expectations.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including community outreach initiatives.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in History or a closely related field (ABD candidates may be considered).
• Demonstrated ability to develop and teach nineteenth‑century U.S. history courses.
• Experience creating and delivering asynchronous online courses is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment and encouraging intellectual curiosity.