UM Western- Assistant Professor of History

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Assistant Professor of History

Department:

HPSS

Position:

Non-tenure-track Assistant Professor, American History

Wage:

Up to $54,000 per CBA

Union Affiliation:

MFPE

Starting Date:

August 1, 2023

Description

The University of Montana Western invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor position in American History. Specialty is open. The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in U.S. History at the time of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated high school teaching experience, and willingness to teach Social Studies Education methods and intro to Education courses. Teaching will include introductory U.S. history surveys; upper division courses in their area of specialization; and courses in Education. Other duties include student advising, scholarly activity, participation in campus committees, assisting with student recruitment, attending faculty meetings, and other normal faculty duties.

Requirements

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in U.S. History at the time of appointment.

Preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated high school teaching experience, and willingness to teach Social Studies Education methods and intro to Education courses.

The University and Dillon Area

The University of Montana Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 70 full-time faculty and over 1,200 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.

Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering

Experience One (X1),

experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.

The University of Montana Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.

The University of Montana Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment

In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:

References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:

Individual hiring departments at UMW may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UMW, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Application

Review of applications will begin October 31, 2022, and the position will remain open until filled.

A complete application Includes:

Letter of Interest

– addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.

Curriculum Vitae

Official or Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of hire)

Professional References

– names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Job Location

Dillon, Montana, United States

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu