Assistant Professor, History of Science - Utah State University

Overview:

The Department of History at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track, nine-month academic year position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the History of Science. The time period and geographic region are open. Possible subspecialties include the history of applied sciences (e.g., engineering, computing, science education), the history of health and medicine, and the history of agriculture and land-use practices. The successful applicant will teach survey courses aligned with their geographic area(s) of expertise (U.S., Europe, or World), as well as upper-division and graduate courses in their area of specialization. The department seeks a colleague who can show evidence of teaching excellence and research productivity. Teaching is the primary focus of this position, and the faculty member will be responsible for teaching six courses per year, including courses taught in different modalities (face-to-face, online, and broadcast). The anticipated start date is August 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching 
• Teach one or more of our lower-division surveys (HIST 1100, HIST 1110, HIST 1500, HIST 1510, HIST 1700, HIST 2700, or HIST 2710) 
• Contribute to the department’s lower-division, upper-division, and graduate curricula 
• Produce high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship 
• Contribute to service in the Department, College, and University 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A PhD in the History of Science or related field by July 2025 (ABD will be considered at time of application if degree is completed by July 2025) 
• Evidence of teaching excellence 
• Evidence of scholarly productivity 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Ability to contribute to other units in the History Department, including the Public History emphasis, the Classics Program, the Religious Studies Program, or the Global Peacebuilding Certificate.  

Required Documents:

Along with the online application, please attach: 

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV"
2. Two syllabi to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the
   Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10". One for any survey course in US History, European History, or World History; and another for any course related to the history of science.  
3. The names and email addresses of three references to be entered into Candidate Profile. (Your references will be asked to upload a letter of recommendation if your candidacy advances to the next level). 
4. A cover letter, to be typed/pasted at the end of your application, that speaks to your effectiveness as a teacher and researcher.

The committee may request copies of course evaluations or other teaching materials if your candidacy advances to the interview stage

 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary:Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits ADA:

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  

College/Department Highlights:

The History Department at Utah State includes dynamic teacher-scholars in History, Religious Studies, and Classics as well as undergraduate and master's level students interested in a global field of study. The faculty values high-quality research in keeping with its research mission, but it also places the highest importance on accessible and quality teaching. The department offers majors/minors in history, history teaching, and religious studies. It also offers minors in Latin, Greek, Classical Civilization, and Latin Teaching, and two masters’ program in History and Ancient Languages and Cultures. Faculty in the program are located at the main campus in Logan as well as at locations around the state as part of the university’s statewide mission. For more information on the department, see our website: http://history.usu.edu  

 

All faculty are part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, which plays an instrumental role in teaching critical thinking, knowledge-building skills and the ability to pose meaningful questions that advance understanding and knowledge. Students in our college confront the great questions and controversies, learn about the forces that have shaped our world, and develop the skills to tackle its most pressing challenges. Our graduates are creative problem-solvers with a passion for making a difference. The education they receive here prepares them to address the problems of today and to succeed wherever their career path takes them tomorrow. 

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

 

*updated 04/2024

Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023