History: Assistant Professor - Fall

Overview

Job Title: History:
Assistant Professor - Fall 2026

Location: Georgia Gwinnett College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 291689

Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor position in Public History with specialization in Modern U.S. History, beginning August 1, 2026. The successful candidate will teach a 4/4 load of lower-division U.S. History survey courses and upper-division courses in Public History and Twentieth-Century U.S. History. In addition to teaching, applicants are expected to engage in scholarly activities and demonstrate a clear research agenda in their area of expertise.

GGC emphasizes a student-centered learning environment and expects extensive student engagement and service to the college and community, along with advising and mentoring of students.

Located in Gwinnett County, GGC offers a 260-acre campus located about 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, with access to local amenities and a vibrant community that supports personal and professional growth.

Join GGC and contribute to shaping the lives and achievements of our students while advancing your own professional development.

The candidate will:

• Teach lower-division survey courses in U.S. History and upper-division courses in Public History and Twentieth-Century U.S. History (4/4 load).
• Actively participate in scholarly activities and maintain a clear research agenda.
• Engage in extensive student engagement and service to the college and community.
• Advise and mentor students as part of faculty responsibilities.

Terminal degree in American history or public history; or a terminal degree in history with 18 graduate semester credits in public history.

• Preference may be given to candidates who can teach America Since 1945, History of Georgia, Oral History, or Digital Humanities.
• At least one year of experience teaching college-level survey courses in American or world history.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse student populations.
• Sustained professional engagement demonstrating relevance and currency in teaching.

The University System of Georgia (USG) comprises 26 institutions and the System Office. Core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details on the USG Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG policy. Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom are also supported by USG policy.

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and upon successful completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check. Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion and includes verification of credentials and employment history; and may include a credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required. Offers are subject to applicable laws, BOR bylaws and policies as described by the institution.

Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by law. For disability-related accommodations, please contact HR at  or email hr.

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Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state. Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless selected for an interview.