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Lecturer of HistoryGeorgia State University • Atlanta, GA, United States
Lecturer of History

Lecturer of History

Georgia State University • Atlanta, GA, United States
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Position Information

Posting Number

F00409P

Classification Title

Lecturer

Position Title

Lecturer of History

GSU Information

Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad.

A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.

With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation

, an honor reserved for the nation's most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth.

Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.

General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook https : / / faculty.gsu.edu / faculty-handbook / and the Office of Faculty Affairs website https : / / faculty.gsu.edu / . All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to : (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State's in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities - in-person, online, or blended / hybrid - as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.

Department

History & Political Science

College

Perimeter College

Campus

College-wide

Position Type

Full Time Faculty

Posting Type

Internal / External

About the Department

The Social Sciences Department at Perimeter College is a dynamic, multidisciplinary community dedicated to bringing learning to life. The department's 64 full-time faculty are committed to engaging students in an access, 2-year environment in meaningful discussions, hands-on learning, and real-world applications of social science concepts. The department offers courses in a wide range of fields, including History, Political Science, African-American Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Education, Social Work, Gerontology, Anthropology, Homeland Security & Emergency Management, and Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. Whether examining human behavior, political systems, social institutions, or cultural identities, these courses provide the knowledge and critical thinking skills needed to understand the world and make informed decisions. Many Social Sciences students go on to earn bachelor's and advanced degrees and pursue careers in law, business, education, journalism, criminal justice, and public service. Through their studies, students develop essential skills in communication, creative and critical

thinking, research, and scientific inquiry-while gaining a deeper understanding of how people interact, grow, and shape the societies in which they live. The Social Sciences Department at Perimeter College opens doors to a better understanding of the human experience and prepares students to thrive in a culturally diverse, ever-changing world.

Position Description

Perimeter College invites applications for a lecturer in History. Lecturer positions are academic year (August-May) non-tenure track appointments, which may be renewed up to six (6) years. This is a teaching-focused position : 100% of the workload is instruction. Lecturers are responsible for providing 36 credit hours of instruction per academic year and maintaining weekly office hours. Perimeter College faculty maintain a campus presence, and the successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to early undergraduate teaching and learning, and the ability to thrive in a highly diverse academic setting. Perimeter College is a multi-campus access institution, and the teaching assignment may be on any of the college's campuses.

Required Experience

None specified.

Required Education

A minimum of a Master's degree required in the teaching discipline or a minimum of a Master's degree with at least 18 semester or 27 quarter graduate hours in relevant coursework (completed by the anticipated date of appointment) is required.

Salary range : $42,432- $52, 582

Preferred Qualifications / Experience

  • A Ph.D. in the teaching field is preferred.
  • College teaching experience. One year is preferred and can include experience as a teaching assistant at a college or university.
  • Experience teaching online and using a distance learning platform.
  • Experience or demonstrated interest in high-impact educational practices, scholarship of teaching and learning, building college-to-career linkages, and / or other pedagogical initiatives that enhance student success.
  • Experience or demonstrated interest in scholarship in the discipline and / or scholarship of teaching and learning.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods with a demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology.
  • Ability to create a sense of belonging for a varied student population and facilitate student learning in both the in-person and virtual learning environments.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills (able to maintain appropriate records).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology.
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve discipline, department, or college goals.

    • Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc

    None specified.

    Pre-Employment Requirements

    A criminal background check is required.

    Work Hours

    Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and / or other campus locations.

    Salary

    $42,432- $52, 582

    Search Chair Contact info

    Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, George Pabis, gpabis@gsu.edu

    Departmental contact for assistance

    Job Duties

    Description of Job Duty

    Lecturer positions are academic year (August-May) non-tenure track appointments, which may be renewed up to six (6) years, with a 100% teaching workload distribution.

    The selected candidate will be responsible for :

  • Providing 36 semester hours of instruction per academic year in a variety of modalities
  • Maintaining a campus presence
  • Providing student support and academic coaching
  • Maintaining weekly office hours
  • Working effectively and professionally with students and colleagues

    • Percentage Of Time

    100

    Posting Detail Information

    Number of Vacancies

    Desired Start Date

    08 / 01 / 2026

    Position End Date (if temporary)

    Open Date

    10 / 13 / 2025

    Review of Applications Begins

    11 / 01 / 2025

    Close Date

    11 / 21 / 2025

    Open Until Filled

    No

    Special Instructions Summary

    Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered :

  • Letter of interest.
  • Curriculum Vitae / Resume.
  • Unofficial Transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted.
  • Foreign Degree Transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees.

    • Three (3) professional references.

  • Final Candidate : Professional references will provide letters of recommendation via a secured and confidential link provided in a notification email.

    • Apply at :

    https : / / facultycareers.gsu.edu / postings / 6050

    Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

    Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.

    USG Core Values Statement

    The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

    https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

    Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

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