Assistant Teaching Professor of History

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus (BG), OH

Job Type

Full-Time Faculty

Job Number

BGSU01286

Division

A&S Dean

Department

History Department - Faculty

Opening Date

01/05/2026

Summary

The Department of History at Bowling Green State University seeks an instructor to teach introductory undergraduate courses in History. This is a nonrenewable, (one-year) full-time, academic year appointment with a start date of August 2026.



Information about the University and the Department
The Department of History is a vibrant community of 14 full-time faculty members. It has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History built around the development of historical thinking as a key for successful careers and citizenship in a diverse and global society. Its M.A. in History integrates advanced training in public history, research, and education.


The department is located within the College of Arts and Sciences. The vision for our College, aligned with the university’s strategic plan, is to ensure that our students graduate career-ready to meet the world’s challenges, and that our faculty research and creative activity contribute to the public good. We achieve this through robust collaboration across departmental boundaries, with particular attention given to increasing experiential learning for our undergraduate and graduate students and connecting our scholarly and creative work to the needs of our region. We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute excellence in teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service toward achieving excellence throughout the university and to the greater community. The College is committed to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean’s Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and universityserving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we have developed a comprehensive, cohort-based mentorship program to support the professional growth and
advancement of faculty across all disciplines and ranks. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and supportive working environment.


As a Public University for the Public Good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master’s programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.


Guided by Forward, BGSU’s strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Essential Functions

The primary responsibilities of the position are to teach general education classes in early American history, the undergraduate historiography course, and other undergraduate courses as needed. Providing service to the department, college and university is expected, particularly in relation to the implementation of the American Civic Literacy requirement and the collaboration with the Integrated Social Studies program.

Minimum Qualifications

• ABD or Ph.D. in History or closely related field (such as American Culture Studies)
• Experience as instructor of record in at least one history college-level course

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in early American history and world history
• Experience in classes of more than fifty students
• One history publication or artifact (e.g. digital exhibit) in an academic venue
• Ph.D. in hand at time of application

Additional Information

Application Materials Required

• Letter of interest detailing relevant teaching experience
• Current Curriculum Vita
• Names and contact information of three (3) professional references.
• Additional materials such as syllabi, evidence of effective teaching, teaching philosophy, etc. may be requested at later stages of the search.

Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.


Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts and letters of recommendation.


BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.



Application Deadline
Position is open until filled, but for best consideration, please submit completed applications by January 19, 2026.



Salary & Benefits
Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.



Further Information
Please direct questions about the application process to Amílcar Challú, Chair of the History Department, at [email protected].

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