History Temporary Instructor (Asian History) | Temporary Part-Time | 2024-25| I02220

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Transcripts may be uploaded using the online system or mailed to the search chair.

Dr. Melissa Ford (search chair)

History Department

303 Spotts World Cultures Building

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Letters of reference may be requested from applicants who advance in the search process. Reference letters should be mailed directly to the search chair.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 2, 2024. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Also required prior to appointment are copies of successful clearance forms as required by PA Act 153, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number I02220

Classification Title History Temporary Instructor .50 FTE (Asian History) | Temporary| 2024-2025

Working Title History Temporary Instructor (Asian History) | Temporary Part-Time | 2024-25| I02220

Employee Group Faculty

Bargaining Unit APSCUF

Location Main Campus

Department History

Pay Rate

Employment Type Temporary PT

Work Schedule

In-person instruction .50 FTE

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania invites applicants for a half-time, two semester Instructor in its History Department. We are seeking an historian of Asian History to teach two courses per semester: one on modern Asian history, and another on either Japanese or Chinese history, as well as the world history survey. All courses are delivered in-person.

Minimum Qualifications

ABD in History with a focus on Asian History (especially modern Japanese and/or Chinese history). Commitment to the education of diverse populations. Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in History, with a focus on Asian History (especially Japanese and/or Chinese history) during the Modern Era. Previous college-level teaching experience preferred. Ability and/or experience teaching online and a demonstrated track record of engaging students beyond the classroom.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 04/02/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Human Resources

008 Old Main Building

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2070

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Transcripts may be uploaded using the online system or mailed to the search chair.

Dr. Melissa Ford (search chair)

History Department

303 Spotts World Cultures Building

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Letters of reference may be requested from applicants who advance in the search process. Reference letters should be mailed directly to the search chair.

Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 2, 2024. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Also required prior to appointment are copies of successful clearance forms as required by PA Act 153, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance.