Assistant Professor of History bei St. Bonaventure University (NY), NY

About the Department

The Department of History at St. Bonaventure University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in European History. We are seeking candidates who have a demonstrated interest in innovative pedagogy, who can contribute to undergraduate public history and digital history courses and projects, and who can broaden our offerings by developing courses in subfields of interest to our students such as Medieval History or the Mediterranean World. 

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other departments and contribute to interdisciplinary programs such as Classics, Women’s Studies, Environmental Studies, and International Studies. 

In addition to contributing to the student-focused mission of St. Bonaventure University, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in research and participate in service activities.

The faculty member will teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and following the approved course descriptions and curricular guidelines established by the Faculty and approved by the Dean and the Provost. Non-teaching assignments will include instructional development; academic advising and assisting students; participating in Departmental and University-wide activities; serving on committees and task forces; and other appropriate responsibilities as described in the Faculty Status and Welfare Handbook.

SCHEDULE:          This is an appointed faculty position as governed by the Faculty Status and Welfare Handbook.  Days, occasional evening or weekend hours as required. 

In accordance the Faculty Status and Welfare Handbook: 

Instructional:

• Teaching, including the preparation of course syllabi and classes, the preparation and grading of examinations, the supervision of laboratories and other practica, and the direction of theses, honor projects, and independent study work.
• The maximum instructional load for teaching faculty during the academic year is:  
• Nine (9) credit hours in each of the fall and spring semesters for each person holding the rank of Professor.  
• Twelve (12) credit hours in each of the Fall and Spring semesters for all persons holding the rank of Lecturer, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor.

 

Academic Advising:

• Post and observe office hours for purposes of academic advising and student consultation.  Meet with students as needed by appointment.
• Advise and assist students during the ongoing registration process.
• Maintain general knowledge of degree requirements, programs and course transfer information.

 

Institutional Service:

• Participation in activities (usually through committee work) designed to advance the mission and quality of the University, School, and Departmental programs. Assignments to routine committee work will be made in consideration of other demands placed on the faculty member by the University.        
• Attendance at Department, School, and general Faculty and University meetings including commencements, convocations, and other official University exercises.

 

Professional Growth and Development:

• Maintain a program of personal and professional development appropriate for areas of responsibility.
• Maintain state-of-the-art knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic disciplines.
• Research, publication, and professional activity within one's field of specialization or otherwise directed towards the University's mission.

 

Additional Responsibilities:

• Additional duties as assigned by the Provost and/or the Dean.

 

Position Duties

The teaching load for this position is 12 credit hours per semester: four courses in the fall and four in the spring.  The successful candidate will have the ability to teach History 101: Europe to 1815 and History 102: Europe since 1815, as well as other survey courses that are part of the general education curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

This position requires a Ph.D. in History by August 2025 and a record of teaching excellence at the college level. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to teach undergraduate introductory courses and an interest in advising and mentoring

Application Materials

1. A cover letter
2. A current CV with contact information for three references
3. A teaching portfolio that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and a sample syllabus. You may also submit teaching observations and student evaluations. 

Note: Letters of reference will be requested for semi-finalists.

Process

Applicants should submit application materials on NeoEd. For full consideration, a complete application should be submitted by 11:59 pm on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to Phillip Payne, Department Chair, at [email protected].

Full-time employees at SBU enjoy unparalleled Benefits

Abundance of Time off
  
 Tuition Remission
 

• 100% undergraduate tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependents
• 80% graduate tuition remission for employee (online and ground programs)
• 50% for spouse (ground programs only)

 Full Benefit package
 

• 403b Retirement Plan + 10% Employer contribution after 2 years
• Health Insurance with $250 Wellness card  
• Dental Insurance
• Employer Paid Life insurance
• Short-term Disability 
• Employer Paid Long-term Disability  
• Employee Assistance Program

Other Perks
 

• Free access to campus fitness center
• 2 free Division 1 Men’s Basketball Season tickets
• Golf course membership discount
• Other National and Local discounts available

St. Bonaventure University is located in the scenic enchanted mountain region in Western New York, approximately 75 miles south of Buffalo, NY.  Nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, the 500-acre University is comprised of a close-knit caring community and small-town living with easy access to major metropolitan areas. As the oldest Franciscan university in the United States, St. Bonaventure University is dedicated to academic excellence in the Franciscan tradition and committed to expanding liberal and professional knowledge, developing an inclusive community, and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.

The University currently enrolls approximately 2,100 undergraduate students and 900 graduate students in its Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Communication, and Health Professions. U.S. News & World Report ranks SBU in the top tier of northern universities and 2nd on its regional list of Best College Values. St. Bonaventure is a member of the Atlantic 10 Conference (NCAA Division I).

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