Research Assistant Professor - Department of History

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Department:

College of Arts & Sciences

Time Type:

Full time

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Job Description:

The Department of History in the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for a term faculty appointment as Research Assistant Professor for Spring Semester 2026.  Rank will be dependent on experience and stature in the field.  The appointment is a one-semester term position and will commence on January 1, 2026 and will end on May 31, 2026.

Applicants should hold a PhD or other terminal degree. The position will require the incumbent to teach one undergraduate course during Spring 2026 in Jewish Studies, such as JWST 210, “Voices of Modern Jewish Literature,” or HIST 245, “Modern Jewish Civilization.” The incumbent will also be responsible for supervising student internships and senior theses in Jewish Studies, conducting research in Jewish Studies and on antisemitism, and supporting the Jewish Studies and Israel Studies programs. All faculty are expected to hold office hours and participate in School and University activities and service.

The salary range for the position is $35,000 – $37,500 for the Spring 2026 semester (January 1, 2026 through May 31, 2026). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, subject to on-going budgetary approval. Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, recent teaching evaluations (when possible), and copies of recent published papers or working papers. Contact information for three letters of reference will be solicited by Workday after applications are fully submitted. Please contact Max Keenan, Faculty Affairs Coordinator, 202-885-2446 or mkeenan@american.edu if you have any questions. 

American University is a private institution within easy reach of the many centers of government, business, research, and the arts located within the nation’s capital.  For more information about American University, visit www.american.edu.

Established in 1914, the Department of History offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs and a lively community of active scholars.  Learn more about the College of Arts and Sciences at https://www.american.edu/cas/ and about the department at www.american.edu/cas/history/.

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.

American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. 

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check. 

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite.