DEPARTMENT: History

RANK: Lecturer

ABOUT THE POSITION: The History Department at the University of Alabama in Huntsville is taking applications for a one-year lecturer position with the possibility for renewal. The Dept. is seeking a 19th-century/early 20th century US historian who will teach US and world surveys with a preference for those who can teach Civil War and Reconstruction, antebellum southern history, and Alabama history.

Responsibilities: The regular teaching load is four courses (12 credit hours) per semester and will include online and in person formats. The candidate will teach world history and US history surveys, with the possibility of an upper-level course in the candidate’s specialization. They will be expected to perform some department and College service as part of their appointment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The History Department at UAH is composed of collegial faculty committed to teaching historical thinking. In addition to a history major and history MA program, the department teaches courses in interdisciplinary minors in Public History, Global Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Justice and Equity Studies, and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Information about the Department, the University, and Huntsville can be found at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/departments/history.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville comprises 9 departments and 87 full-time faculty. We offer a wide array of programs in the arts, humanities, and social sciences including 21 B.A. programs, 5 M.A. programs, and 8 certificate programs. The college has also led the way in creating several interdisciplinary minors, such as Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Global Studies, Justice and Equity Studies, User Experience, and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small and our collegial faculty are committed to our students’ successes.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s greatest technological challenges. UAH, a part of The University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create, and communicate knowledge. With six academic colleges, a Graduate School, an Honors College, more than 100 areas of study, and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge and prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama. From outdoor recreational activities to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. Learn more at www.huntsville.org.

Responsibilities: The regular teaching load is four courses (12 credit hours) per semester and will include online and in person formats. The candidate will teach world history and US history surveys, with the possibility of an upper-level course in the candidate’s specialization. They will be expected to perform some department and College service as part of their appointment.

Qualifications: Preference for a PhD in History, although ABD candidates will also be considered. PhD must be in hand prior to the position starting. Experience teaching required, preferably with both online and in person format. Familiarity with using LMS (ie. Canvas, Blackboard) required along with a commitment to active, student-centered teaching.

APPOINTMENT DATE: August 7, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINES: The University of Alabama in Huntsville desires to recruit and retain high-quality faculty who share the University’s values. Candidates should submit a letter of application, a c.v., 3 letters of recommendation, and a 1-page teaching statement.

Send application materials to Molly Johnson, Chair of the Hiring Committee, Department of History, history@uah.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately. All applications received by March 17, 2025 will be given full consideration. Those submitted later will be considered until the position is filled. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/veterans/disabled.

Please refer to position 25-26-404.

About University of Alabama in Huntsville

DEPARTMENT: History RANK: Assistant Professor in Intelligence and Security History ABOUT THE POSITION: The Department of History at the University of Alabama in Huntsville is taking applicants for a tenure-track position in Intelligence and Security History. Preference is for candidates with a specialization in modern US history, and/or the ability to teach foreign relations, and/or military history. This candidate will support the creation of an interdisciplinary graduate intelligence and security program. The successful candidate will ideally engage with and form partnerships with colleagues at Redstone Arsenal, the FBI, and other area agencies. Candidates who have practical experience working in intelligence, national security, or a related field are especially encouraged to apply. The teaching load is three courses (nine credit hours) per semester and may include online, hybrid, and traditional formats. The candidate will teach modern world history and/or US surveys, as well as upper-level and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialty. Qualifications: PhD in History or in closely related field required. PhD in history preferred. A strong commitment... to teaching is required. APPOINTMENT DATE: August 7, 2025 ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: The History Department at UAH is composed of collegial faculty committed to teaching historical thinking. In addition to a history major and history MA program, the department teaches courses in interdisciplinary minors in Public History, Global Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Justice and Equity Studies, and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Information about the Department, the University, and Huntsville can be found at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/departments/history. ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one Ph.D. program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty. ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Homeland Security. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu. APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: The University of Alabama in Huntsville desires to recruit and retain high-quality faculty who share the University’s mission and values. Candidates should submit a cover letter, C.V., three letters of reference, 1-page teaching philosophy statement describing your teaching approaches and methods, and graduate transcripts. Send applications to Christine Sears, Chair, Department of History, University of Alabama in Huntsville, Huntsville, AL 35899 or to history@uah.edu. First date of consideration is Nov. 15, 2024. All applications received by Nov. 15th will get full consideration; those submitted later will be considered until the position is filled. The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabled. Applicants with experience serving in the military or government organizations are encouraged to apply. Please refer to log number: 25-26-398.

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