Assistant Professor of Global

About the Role

Coastal Carolina University's Department of History seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Global, Transnational, or World History. The position begins in August 2027 and requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and research, potential for excellence in graduate instruction, and an active scholarly agenda. Specialization in the early-modern and/or modern periods, with an interest outside the US, is particularly encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach 6 courses per year, including world history or thematic survey courses and upper-level courses in areas of specialization.
• Conduct research to contribute to knowledge in the field or produce creative work.
• Train students in research techniques and creative production.
• Prepare course content, syllabi, and online course materials.
• Communicate with students regarding assignments and grades.
• Calculate and assign grades according to university procedures.
• Track and report student absences.
• Post and hold regular office hours.
• Engage in university-related activities, including committee assignments, meetings, ceremonies, events, and scholarly pursuits.
• Perform other departmental needs as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ph.D. in history by the time of appointment, with themes relevant to the department.
• Strong potential for excellence in teaching.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and research.
• Potential for excellence in graduate instruction.
• Pursuit of an active scholarly agenda.
• Ability to contribute to curricular initiatives in the history of science & technology, the environment, and/or applied history.
• Ability to supplement the History Department’s Social Studies major.
• Ability to supplement the Peace and Conflict Studies and/or War and Society minors.
• Ability to supplement the College’s regional minors.

Qualifications

• Must hold the appropriate terminal degree or meet established alternative qualifications.

Application Materials

• Letter of application describing interest, qualifications, teaching experience, and scholarly agenda.
• At least 2 sample syllabi (1 survey class and 1 potential upper-level class).
• Unofficial graduate transcript.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Names and contact information of three references.

Sponsorship Information

• Employer-based sponsorship may be considered for this position, subject to institutional review and applicable law.
• Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States.