Professor - History teaches courses in the discipline area of history. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being a Professor - History provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Professor - History typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Colby-Sawyer College’s School of Business and Social Sciences is seeking applications for a visiting professor of history position. The professor’s primary role would be to teach courses in the History and Political Studies program. In addition to courses in their area of specialization, the successful applicant would teach American history survey courses, a methods course, and make meaningful contributions to the school’s education minor. Preference will be given to candidates who can support the development and implementation of a teacher certification program.
Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college level and a philosophy of education consonant with Colby-Sawyer’s programs and mission are required. All full-time faculty are expected to contribute to the college’s liberal education program.
This is a full-time, one-year visiting faculty position, with the possibility of renewal up to three years. A PhD or EdD is preferred. All but dissertation (ABD) will be considered.
This 9-month position includes teaching 24 credits per year, student advising, college service responsibilities, ongoing scholarship, and is available beginning August 2024.