Assistant Professor, History of South Asia

Utah State University
Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
United States, Utah, Logan
Jan 07, 2025
Assistant Professor, History of South Asia Requisition ID: 2024-8560 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Humanities & Social Sci Department: History Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits Overview The Department of History at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the History of South Asia. The time period and research focus are open. The successful applicant will teach one of our lower-division surveys in world history (HIST 1500 or HIST 1510), as well as upper division and graduate courses in their area of specialization. The department seeks a highly motivated teacher and researcher to join a vibrant community of scholars at our Logan campus. Teaching is the primary focus of this position, and the faculty member will be responsible for teaching six courses per year, including courses taught in different modalities (face-to-face, online, and broadcast). The anticipated start date is August 2025. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be expected to: Demonstrate excellence in teaching and effectiveness in research Teach our world history surveys (HIST 1500 or HIST 1510) Contribute to the department's lower division, upper-division, and graduate curricula Produce high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship Contribute to service in the Department, College, and University Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in History or related field by July 2025, with a focus on the history of South Asia (ABD will be considered at time of application if degree is completed by July 2025) Evidence of teaching excellence Evidence of scholarly productivity Preferred Qualifications: Ability to contribute to other units in the department, including programs in Classics, Religious Studies, and public history. Ability to contribute to college areas of emphasis, including the Heravi Peace Institute (HPI) and Asian Studies (major/minor). Required Documents Review of applications begins December 7, 2024, and continues until the position is filled. Along with the online application, please attach: Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" A syllabus for either half of a world history survey course (Pre-Modern or Modern World) to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10" Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile (Your references will be asked to upload a letter of recommendation if your candidacy advances to the next level). Cover letter that speaks to your experience as a teacher and researcherto be typed/pasted at the end of your application Additional materials may be requested of candidates who advance to the next level. Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. University Highlights The History Department at Utah State includes dynamic teacher-scholars in History, Religious Studies, and Classics as well as undergraduate and master's level students interested in a global field of study. The faculty values high-quality research in keeping with its research mission, but it also places the highest importance on accessible and quality teaching. The department offers majors/minors in history, history teaching, and religious studies. It also offers minors in Latin, Greek, Classical Civilization, and Latin Teaching, and two masters' program in History and Ancient Languages and Cultures. Faculty in the program are located at the main campus in Logan as well as at locations around the state as part of the university's statewide mission. For more information on the department, see our website: http://history.usu.edu All faculty are part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, which plays an instrumental role in teaching critical thinking, knowledge-building skills and the ability to pose meaningful questions that advance understanding and knowledge. Students in our college confront the great questions and controversies, learn about the forces that have shaped our world, and develop the skills to tackle its most pressing challenges. Our graduates are creative problem-solvers with a passion for making a difference. The education they receive here prepares them to address the problems of today and to succeed wherever their career path takes them tomorrow. Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. 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