Visiting Assistant Professor of History
- Employer
- St. Norbert College
- Location
- De Pere, Wisconsin
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- Arts & Humanities, History & Classics
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
St. Norbert College, a nationally ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college, seeks outstanding candidates for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in History, beginning in August 2027. Candidates should be ABD or hold a Ph.D., and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching introductory courses in U.S. History. Interdisciplinary scholars whose research and teaching are centered in U.S. History or American Studies are also encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarly interests complement and expand the existing curriculum.
Participation in the College's liberal arts Core Curriculum is expected. The ability to teach or develop upper-level courses in multiple areas of U.S. history is desirable. The teaching load is three or four courses per semester (total of seven courses per year), which typically includes introductory courses and at least one upper-division course per semester. The position is offered as a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal contingent on a positive annual performance review and/or institutional needs.
Please note that this is an on-site role requiring full-time on-campus attendance.
How To Apply:
Submit a letter of application (addressed to Dr. Jamie Lynch, Dean of Arts and Sciences), teaching philosophy statement, unofficial transcripts, and curriculum vitae through the "Apply" link found on this page.
Candidates are asked to submit a separate 1-page statement describing how they envision contributing to and supporting the mission and values of St. Norbert College through their teaching, scholarship, and service. Candidates are highly encouraged to read the College’s Catholic, Liberal Arts, and Norbertine identity statements as well as Ex Corde Ecclesiae and address how they could participate in the educational vision laid out in these documents.
Application review begins October 9, and continues until the position is filled.
St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine, and Liberal Arts College, provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.
At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, inclusive, and spiritually engaged community (https://snc.edu/mission).
Organization
Working at St. Norbert College
Our History. Your Future.
As one of the nation’s top Catholic liberal arts colleges, St. Norbert enjoys a proud history and a foundation rooted in tradition. When Norbert of Xanten founded the Norbertine order of priests in the 12th century, he could little have imagined the impact his life and mission would have on the world nearly nine centuries later. Today, at St. Norbert College, the spirit of Norbert lives through this modern, bustling riverfront community dedicated to transforming and empowering a new generation of world-changers.
Our Motto
Docere Verbo et Exemplo – To Teach by Word and Example
Learn more about The Spirit & Tradition at St. Norbert College
One of the Best Colleges in the Midwest
St. Norbert was named one of the "The Best in the Midwest” by the Princeton Review for 2023. The goal of the Princeton Review is to identify standout colleges and universities within each region of the country.
A Reputation for Building Character
St. Norbert was named to the John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll for Character-Building Colleges as a college with exemplary programs that inspire students to lead ethical and civic-minded lives.
A Leading Catholic Liberal Arts College
Since 1991, U.S. News & World Report has ranked St. Norbert College among the top comprehensive colleges in the Midwest, then among the top liberal arts colleges in the nation. In their 2024 guide to “America’s Best Colleges,” the College is proud to have risen to the 90th spot in the national liberal arts college rankings — our highest ranking ever — and has secured a spot among the Top 100 Best Value Schools.
Great Teaching, Successful Outcomes
For 2023-2024, St. Norbert College was named a College of Distinction in multiple categories. These recognitions include Catholic colleges, Wisconsin colleges, Business - Education and Career Development.
Exemplary Community Engagement
St. Norbert College was selected for its exemplary practices of community engagement by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
Four-Year Graduation Guarantee
Over 10 years, St. Norbert has graduated a higher percentage of students on time than any other college or university in Wisconsin. That helps students keep debt down and enter the workplace or grad school faster. Our four-year graduation guarantee is simple: If you don’t graduate in four years, through no fault of your own, we’ll pick up the tab for the remaining courses needed to complete your degree.
Support for Underserved Students
St. Norbert College was recognized by the Center for Student Opportunity’s College Access & Opportunity Guide for its commitment to serving and supporting students from first-generation, underserved backgrounds.
Fully Accredited Since 1934
St. Norbert College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges & Schools (HLC). Accreditation is a peer-review process intended to ensure that institutions of higher education meet acceptable levels of quality.
- Telephone
- 920-403-3211
- Location
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100 Grant St.
De Pere
WI
54115
United States
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