Early American and Public History Professor

Early American and Public History Professor - (260005MS)

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.Applicants must apply on theSalem State Career siteto be considered. Overview

The History Department invites applicants for an open rank, full-time, temporary faculty position in Colonial America/Early Republic and Public History to begin in Fall 2027. Teaching responsibilities will include upper-division and graduate courses in early American history, along with courses in Salem State’s public history concentration/graduate certificate program, the American history survey sequence, and regional world history.

The history department seeks a faculty member who is dedicated to educational excellence and thrives in a student-centered teaching program. Faculty members also serve the department through curriculum development, program evaluation, and service on departmental and university committees.

What makes Salem State University distinctive isn't just what happens in our classrooms. It's who's in them. Our students are ambitious, diverse and often the first in their families to pursue higher education. Our faculty rise to meet that with rigorous scholarship, thoughtful teaching and a genuine investment in student growth. We're the Commonwealth's Civic Engagement University and a proud Hispanic and Minority-Serving Institution, designations we've earned and take seriously. If you're looking for a collegial academic home where your work truly matters, Salem State delivers.

Duties and Responsibilities Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.Applicants must apply on theSalem State Career siteto be considered.

• PhD in history with specialization in early American history. ABD candidates will be considered, but PhD must be conferred by August 31, 2027.
• Candidates must have demonstrated experience in historic preservation, material culture, digital history, and/or community-engaged practice.

• Previous teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Evidence of an active research agenda.
• Salem State University seeks faculty and librarians whose teaching, scholarship, and service will contribute to student success, academic excellence, and the university’s public mission. We welcome candidates with demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from varied backgrounds and to support an inclusive learning environment. Applicants may describe relevant accomplishments in teaching, scholarship/research, service, and community-engaged work.

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

DO NOT APPLY ON MASSCAREERS. *Applications submitted on MassCareers will not be considered.

Resume review will begin in mid-October.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email .

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.

Official Title: Assistant Professor

: United States-Massachusetts-Salem-352 Lafayette St

: Education

: Salem State College

: Full-time

: Day

: Aug 13, 2026, 9:24:32 PM

: 1

: 80,000.00 - 85,000.00 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Jenifer Murphy - 9785426508

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No