Assistant Professor, Mexican American/U.S. Latinx History

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Mexican American/U.S. Latinx History

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

College Of Liberal Arts

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Humanities at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMUC-CC) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History in Mexican American or U.S. Latinx history beginning fall 2025. All subspecialties will receive full consideration.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach US survey courses as part of the 3/3 teaching load, along with upper-level undergraduate courses and courses in our History M.A. program in general Mexican American history and the candidate’s subfields of specialization every year. The position is a joint appointment with the Mexican American Studies minor.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving R2 Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. TAMU-CC is the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bays, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in History or related field. Advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred by the time of appointment.

• Specialization in Mexican American/U.S. Latinx history

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching one or both halves of the U.S. history survey

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index.php

All required documentation must be submitted to be considered for the position.

A completed application will include:

• A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed and includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience

• Curriculum vitae and unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework

• Three professional references including name, address, title, telephone number, and email address.

The deadline for applications is Monday, November 6, 2024.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.