University of Austin (UATX) · 4 months ago
Visiting Professor of American History
Austin, Texas
Contract
Onsite
Mid LevelThe University of Austin (UATX) invites applications for a Visiting Professor of American History to teach in the Center for Economics, Politics & History for the Winter 2026 and Spring 2026 terms. The role involves teaching American history courses, developing syllabi, mentoring students, and contributing to the intellectual life of UATX.
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Responsibilities
Teach a two-course American history sequence: Colonial Era through the Civil War and Reconstruction through the Cold War
Possibility of teaching a specialized seminar in American history aligned with your expertise
Develop syllabi in collaboration with the Dean of the Center and faculty colleagues
Lead seminar-style classes (max 20 students per section; two sections per course, four total per year)
Prioritize a political, military, and intellectual history framework in teaching
Mentor students with interests in American civics and history
Participate in required meetings, guest lectures, and campus events to contribute to the intellectual life of UATX
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in History or a closely related field, with a focus on American History
Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level
Record of scholarship in American History
Commitment to UATX's mission of free inquiry, open debate, and intellectual diversity
Company
University of Austin (UATX)
A university dedicated to the fearless pursuit of truth.
Founded in 2021
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