Assistant Professor of History and Geography – Elon University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of History and Geography – Elon University

• Institution: Elon University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of History and Geography, Elon College of Arts & Sciences

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Primary Field: History / Geography / Art History

• Preferred Focus: Visual and Material Culture of the Global South or Native American and Indigenous Studies

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified in the official posting

• Location: Elon Campus, North Carolina, United States

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026 at 11:55 PM EDT

• Expected Start Date: Mid-August 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of History and Geography at Elon University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of History and Geography.

The search is open regarding geographic region, historical period, and thematic specialization. The department is particularly interested in candidates whose work focuses on visual and material culture of the Global South—including Africa, Asia, Oceania, and Latin America—or Native American and Indigenous Studies (NAIS).

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach introductory and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.

• Contribute courses to the Museum Studies and Public History minor.

• Teach within the Elon Core Curriculum.

• Contribute to interdisciplinary academic programs where appropriate.

• Advise and mentor students.

• Supervise undergraduate research.

• Participate in departmental, university, disciplinary, and professional service.

Potential Interdisciplinary Areas

Course offerings may also contribute to programs such as:

• International and Global Studies

• Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies

• African and African American Studies

• Latin American Studies

• Asian Studies

• Museum Studies

• Public History

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualification:

• Ph.D. in a related field by the time of appointment.

Strong candidates should also demonstrate:

• Commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching.

• Active research agenda.

• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs.

• Interest in student mentoring and undergraduate research.

• Commitment to departmental and university service.

• Experience working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Letter of Application describing:

   • Teaching experience and interests

   • Research interests

   • Professional service

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Transcripts

4. Contact Information for Three References

5. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

Candidates may also describe relevant experience contributing to an inclusive academic environment in their cover letter.

Application Process

• Application Link: https://jobs.elon.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-history-and-geography-elon-campus-north-carolina-united-states

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026 at 11:55 PM EDT

• Review of applications begins immediately.

• The position is expected to begin in mid-August 2027.