Assistant Professor of History (World History)

The Tougaloo College Department of History invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in World History with a specialization in African, European, or Latin American history, to begin fall 2026. Candidates whose research examines social justice and/or social movements in a global context are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in history at the time of appointment, but candidates who are ABD and on track to complete their degree in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 will be given consideration. Teaching responsibilities include a 4/4 undergraduate course load which includes World History I/II and specialized upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience. In addition to teaching, scholarship, and service, the candidate will work with the Department Chair and be involved in the life, growth and development of the department and provide academic advising and mentorship to history majors.

In addition to teaching assigned classes, other duties will include conducting examinations, grading student work, advising student academic progress, keeping accurate records of student performance, attending departmental and campus-wide meetings, and participating in campus activities and committees.

The selected candidate is supervised by the department chair, and the individual who fills this position has the opportunity to influence departmental curriculum development and implementation. The selected candidate will also participate in departmental recruiting and service to the college activities as assigned.