The College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, term, Instructor of History. The start date of this position is Fall 2025.

Note: This is a temporary one-year position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of an MA in history or a closely related field is required; PhD preferred.
Ability to teach undergraduate students in both face-to-face and online environments.
Effective written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate will be expected to teach some combination of general education courses in US and Western or World history as well as a new course in American civics.
Additional duties may include teaching upper division courses, serving on university committees, assisting with recruitment activities and/or engaging in ongoing assessment.
BENEFITS:
Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
Paid sick leave
Reduced tuition for education.
Professional liability coverage
Paid family leave
ABOUT THE DSU COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES:
The College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University fosters critical thinking, creativity, and technological innovation across a diverse range of disciplines, including history, biology, computer game design, cyber leadership and intelligence, digital content creation, digital arts and design, English, and mathematics. The college also offers a certificate in American Civic Traditions. Our programs integrate technology in meaningful ways, preparing students to excel as adaptable professionals and lifelong learners. As the foundation of DSU’s general education curriculum, the College of Arts & Sciences equips students with the interdisciplinary skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The employment site will allow the attachment of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and contact information for at least three professional references.

The search will remain open until the position is filled.