Assistant Professor of History - Post war 20th century American history
Special Instructions
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts, a chapter or article-length writing sample, and contact information for at least three references through the online application portal: https://jobs.oakland.edu/postings/33325. Once all required application materials have been uploaded through the online system, references will be contacted with a link through which they can submit letters of recommendation. Review of materials will begin on December 4, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries can be directed to the chair of the search committee, Erin Dwyer, at historysearch@oakland.edu.
Position Information
Department: 0763 - History
Requisition No.: 0000845
Job Description Summary
The Department of History at Oakland University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor of Post-1945 U.S. History, to begin August 2027. The area of specialization is open within the field, but we particularly welcome applicants able to teach broadly, including African American history and / or urban history. The standard teaching load is 3-2, and the successful candidate will demonstrate a robust research agenda consistent with the expectations for tenure at an R2 institution. In addition to teaching upper-level and graduate courses in post-1945 U.S. History and related topics, the candidate will contribute to the department’s general education curriculum, including teaching survey classes in post-1877 U.S. History. A commitment to teaching and mentoring graduate students, as well as active engagement in departmental and institutional service, is essential.
Minimum Qualifications
A PhD in History or a related discipline is required by the beginning of the appointment.
School/College & Department/Program Summary
For information about the Oakland University College of Arts and Sciences, see here. For information about the Oakland University Department of History, see here.
More About Oakland University
The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University’s Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan.
Open Date
10/28/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Category
Full-time Faculty
EEO Statement
Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity institution.
