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Assistant Professor of History-Tenure Track

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

Candidates must complete an on-line faculty profile found at https://jobs.ucmo.edu and apply to position 998489.

Candidates should submit (1) a cover letter that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees; and (4) teaching philosophy.

In addition, please send three (3) letters of recommendation to Ms. Elizabeth Tizzano electronically (tizzano@ucmo.edu) or via the Department of History, 136 Wood Hall, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093. Only completed online faculty profiles with attached documents will be reviewed for this position.

If contacted for an interview, official transcripts for all awarded degrees will be required.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. The desired starting date for this appointment is August 2024. This is a 9-month appointment. Pay
and title will be based upon Ph.D. completion.

Direct inquiries regarding this position to: Search Chair, Dr. Micah Alpaugh (alpaugh@ucmo.edu)

For information about the on-line application process contact Human Resources at iobs@ucmo.edu or (660)543-4255.

A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job

For information about the on-line application process contact Human Resources at jobs@ucmo.edu<mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu><mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu<mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu>> or (660)543-4255.

UCM requires that all faculty applicants complete the on-line faculty profile. All documents requested must be attached to the profile at the time of application. Only completed faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Position Information

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Professor
Working Title Assistant Professor of History-Tenure Track
Department 220910-History
Pay Rate Per faculty salary model
FTE 1.0
FLSA Exempt
Position Number 998489
Classification Faculty
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Note: A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job offer is contingent on the results of this check.

Candidates must complete an on-line faculty profile found at https://jobs.ucmo.edu and apply to position 998489.

Candidates should submit (1) a cover letter that outlines the applicant’s interest, qualifications, and experience for the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) unofficial transcripts for all awarded degrees; and (4) teaching philosophy.

In addition, please send three (3) letters of recommendation to Ms. Elizabeth Tizzano electronically (tizzano@ucmo.edu) or via the Department of History, 136 Wood Hall, University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO 64093. Only completed online faculty profiles with attached documents will be reviewed for this position.

If contacted for an interview, official transcripts for all awarded degrees will be required.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. The desired starting date for this appointment is August 2024. This is a 9-month appointment. Pay
and title will be based upon Ph.D. completion.

Direct inquiries regarding this position to: Search Chair, Dr. Micah Alpaugh (alpaugh@ucmo.edu)

For information about the on-line application process contact Human Resources at iobs@ucmo.edu or (660)543-4255.

A background check is required for the selected candidate of this position and any job

For information about the on-line application process contact Human Resources at jobs@ucmo.edu<mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu><mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu<mailto:jobs@ucmo.edu>> or (660)543-4255.

UCM requires that all faculty applicants complete the on-line faculty profile. All documents requested must be attached to the profile at the time of application. Only completed faculty profiles with attached documents will be accepted for this position.

The University of Central Missouri is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Working hours:
Professional Faculty Hours
Bargaining Unit No
Work Location Warrensburg Campus
Posting Date 11/14/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Purpose
The University of Central Missouri History Department seeks to hire a tenure-track faculty
member with expertise in the history of the early modern Atlantic World and with preferred
expertise in the digital humanities and public history. Additional desired subfields inclnde
women’s and gender history, African history, Latin American history, Indigenous history, and/or
early United States history.
Education & Formal Training Doctorate degree (Specify field(s) of study below)
Other Education & Formal Training
PhD in History is required by start date.
Computer Skills
Experience
Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Attention to detail, Communication skills, including oral, written, and/or nonverbal, Knowledge of a University environment preferred, Human Relations/Interpersonal skills, Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines, Maintain confidentiality
Other Special Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
Physical & Environmental Factors:
Special Working Conditions:
Ability to Keyboard

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you understand that the university requires a background check for this position and that any job offer made to the selected candidate is contingent upon the results of this check?

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship to acquire or maintain U.S. work authorization?
    • Yes
    • No

Required Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Transcripts
  3. Vitae
  4. Teaching Philosophy Statement
Optional Documents