Assistant Teaching Professor

Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Columbia

College of Arts and Science

Department of History

Assistant Teaching Professor

Job Description The Department of History at the University of Missouri, Columbia is seeking a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor in Public History with an emphasis in U.S. History; all fields are welcome. This position is renewable annually. The successful candidate will be expected to teach three to four courses a semester, which will include specialty courses in the field of Public History as well as sections of both our pre-Civil War U.S. Survey course as well as the post-Civil War U.S. Survey course. The successful candidate may also assist with the Department of History's internship programs, growing our internship partnerships.

Qualifications Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in History by time of appointment. Candidates will be evaluated on teaching and research.

Application Materials

Please apply online at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (Job Opening ID 60915). Use the online application and be prepared to upload a cover letter describing your teaching interests, a copy of your current C.V., the names of three references, and sample syllabi for courses you would teach or have taught. Review of applications will begin November 2, 2026. Applicants should apply by this date for full consideration, but applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Application Deadline

Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee Prof. Linda Reeder, [email protected], with any questions about the job duties. Contact Sonam Patel ([email protected]) for any questions about the application process. Review of applications will begin November 2, 2026. Applicants should apply by this date for full consideration.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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