Assistant Professor

The review of complete applications will begin on November 15, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled.

A letter of interest and curriculum vitae must be attached to the online application.

A statement of teaching philosophy that emphasizes instructional strategies and student engagement with diverse student populations, evidence of teaching effectiveness, research statement, a copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation are required.  Documents that cannot be attached to the online application must be emailed or mailed to: Dr. Austin Allen, History Search Committee, University of Houston-Downtown, One Main Street, N-1007, Houston, TX  77002-1001, [email protected].

The history program invites applications for up to two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Latin American History, beginning Fall 2023. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching Latin American History, research, and service has prepared them to support our shared commitment to diversity and excellence. An active research agenda in Latin American history and engagement in service at the institution will be expected of the candidate who joins our department. Candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups and those individuals with a history of and commitment to mentoring marginalized populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

EEO/AA

 

Qualifications

 

Required:

• Candidates must have received a Ph.D. in History with a specialization in Latin America from a regionally-accredited institution by the time of employment.
• Candidates will demonstrate the ability to establish an active publication record; engage in service activities at the university; utilize inclusive teaching methods that promote equitable learning environments for student success; and teach across multiple course modalities.
• Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in their specialty area, as well as core courses in Latino Studies and U.S. History.

Preferred: Ability to teach courses related to Mexico, Borderlands, and/or U.S. Women’s History. 

About University of Houston Downtown

 The second-largest university in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is a comprehensive, four-year, urban university in the heart of downtown. Led by President Loren J. Blanchard, UHD is a community of diverse faculty, staff, students, and regional partners dedicated to nurturing talent, generating knowledge, and driving socioeconomic mobility for a just and sustainable future.  

Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in size, scope, and service, now offering 46 bachelor’s and 11 master’s degree programs and 17 fully online programs within its four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences & Technology.

UHD educates approximately 15,000 students annually. With more than 77% of UHD’s students coming directly from Harris County, UHD is not just a university in Houston, but Houston’s University and an Anchor Institution for the region.

UHD is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military-Friendly School. While the student population is largely Hispanic at 53% and African-American at 20%, more than 64 countries are represented. Furthermore, UHD has the most affordable tuition among four-year universities in Houston, and its graduates have the lowest student loan debt in the state. Importantly, 70% of UHD freshman students are the first in their families to attend college.

UHD is one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, which also includes the University of Houston, University of Houston-Clear Lake, and University of Houston-Victoria.  Instructional Sites operated by UHD are University of Houston-Downtown Northwest, University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College-Kingwood, and University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College-Woodlands.

Information concerning the Department of History, Humanities, and Languages and the History program can be found at https://www.uhd.edu/academics/humanities/about/departments/hhl/Pages/default.aspx.

 
Required Attachments by Candidate: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Letters of Recommendation, Unofficial Transcripts, Teaching Philosophy or Statement, Research Statement, Evidence of Effective Teaching

Schedule
: Full-time
Employee Status
: Regular/Benefits
Job Posting
: Sep 29, 2022, 1:23:52 PM

Closing Date (Period for Applying) – External

: Ongoing