Job Description

The Van Hunnick Department of History in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern Califor nia , seeks qualified applicants for part-time, one-semester, in-person positions as Instructor or Lecturer to join our faculty at the Washington, DC, Capital Campus in Fall 2025.

The History faculty member will teach first semester undergraduate students enrolled in a history class, How to Be An American: Global Histories of U.S. Citizenship (Units: 4). This course explores the evolving definition of U.S. citizenship over the past four centuries, examining its intersection with culture, politics, and society. Students will analyze legal and cultural texts, considering issues of background while comparing U.S. citizenship to global contexts. The course emphasizes historical argumentation, writing, and critical analysis to understand the political and social struggles that shape national identity. The class fulfills USC General Education requirements in Global Perspectives: Equity in a Diverse World as well as Humanistic Inquiry.

Faculty teach one to three sections, for which they will develop syllabi and assignments in accordance with program guidelines. The class meets two days per week in two, two-hour blocks at the Capital Campus at 1771 N St NW in Washington, DC . The faculty member is encouraged to take students on two - three site visits and /or host distinguished speakers. The successful candidate should expect to work closely with USC Dornsife faculty in planning and delivering the course.

To be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the "Apply" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following application materials are required : Applicant Cover Letter; CV; and the names of three individuals who will be contacted by USC for a letter of reference. Referees should speak to teaching abilities.

We are seeking candidates to teach history at USC in the fall semester who are passionate about working with first-year undergraduates. Ideal candidates will demonstrate pedagogical innovation, adaptability, and a strong awareness of varied learning needs. We value educators who foster critical thinking and are committed to creating engaging, student-centered classroom environments that support holistic student development. Initial appointments are fixed term, with the possibility of renewal contingent on performance and review by the program faculty, its directors, and the college deans. 

For additional information please contact:

Amy Morrill Bijeau

Director, Academic Programs, Capital Campus

University of Southern California

Capital Campus | 1771 N St NW

Washington, DC 20036

213-740-0864 | [email protected] 

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should have a PhD or other terminal degree by August 2025. We require demonstrated excellence in teaching History the college level.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications are requested right away . Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, and the names of three referees who can speak to teaching abilities. The referees will be contacted directly by USC to provide letters of reference after you submit your application. 

We expect to conduct interviews with selected candidates in April with more information provided at a later date.

The per course rate for this position is $11,000. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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