Contingent Faculty in American History

Posting Details

About NMHU

Highlands University is an open admissions university with over 70% Hispanic, Native American or African American with nearly 40% studying at the Master’s Degree level. The university is committed to student success and improved retention and graduation rates. NMHU serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students at the main campus in Las Vegas, NM (one hour east of Santa Fe) and another 1300 students at centers in Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Albuquerque. For more information about the university, visit the website at www.nmhu.edu.

Position Information

Job Title
Contingent Faculty in American History

Rank
Per-Course Faculty

Classification Title
Per Course

Position Summary

The Department of History & Political Science offers a B.A. in History. It also has two M.A. graduate programs: Southwest Studies, History & Political Science Concentration; Public Affairs, History Concentration. The Contingent faculty will be responsible for teaching a course in the area of American History (lower & upper division), such as U.S. History I and U.S. History II, Civil War & Reconstruction, Women in the United States, or The American Presidency.

Duties and Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching a U.S. History course, course assignments & assessments. Teaching may require the knowledge of different modes of instruction (i.e., Zoom, Asynchronous, In-person, or Blended).

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s or Ph.D. in American History from a Department of History at an accredited university. Experience in teaching History courses.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A strong academic background includes experience teaching courses in American history, scholarly achievement, and a strong desire to serve students.

Work Location
Las Vegas, NM Campus

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
F354P

Posting Open Date
06/18/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application must include a University employment application, CV, and advanced degree transcripts. For disabled access or services, call 505-454-3242 or TDD 505-454-3003. New Mexico Highlands University is an EEO Employer.

Quick Link
https://nmhu.peopleadmin.com/postings/9105
Supplemental Questions

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1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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2. Will you have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts Conferring Required Degree

Optional Documents

1. Evidence of Teaching and Research Excellence