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LeTourneau University

Assistant/Associate Professor of History

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A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.

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Job Description

LeTourneau University, a vibrant and growing interdenominational, evangelical Christian university, known for high-quality STEM programsthat attract students of outstanding academic ability, invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant/AssociateProfessor of History, Department of Humanities & Social Sciences. This is a tenure-track position, with rank negotiable based on experience.

This faculty member will play a central role in leading and developing the University's History major while also engaging students across awide array of science & technical disciplines. This individual will spearhead efforts to integrate historical knowledge with communicationand analytical skill development for students majoring in fields such as engineering, aviation, and computer science. This is anine-month position with the possibility of summer teaching. Classes and other responsibilities are conducted primarily on weekdays butcould include some evening classes and independent studies. Attendance is required at some evening and weekend events.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach a full-time load of courses in History, including preparation of course materialsand assessments. Teach a wide variety of courses across the curriculum from freshman to senior level with a four course (12 hour)load per Fall and Spring semester typically consisting of three lower-level and one upper-level course per semester. Offer engagingintroductory courses that build foundational historical knowledge and essential communication and analytical skills. Teach a rangeof courses that may include, depending on expertise and program needs, foundational survey courses in US and Westernhistory. Develop upper-level courses that deepen students' understanding of historical themes and align with their academic andvocational interests. Provide strategic leadership in re-envisioning the role of the humanities within a Christian Polytechniccontext. Participate actively in the university learning community by serving on department, school, and/or university committeesand special service assignments. Participate in student advising, success, and retention programs. Commitment to academicscholarship in the field of expertise.
QUALIFICATIONS
LeTourneau University seeks an individualwith an enthusiastic and contagious Christian faith who is committed to teaching, research, and leadership at a small, dynamic ChristianUniversity where the integration of faith and academic excellence is paramount. The candidate must be in genuine agreement with theUniversity's Statement of Faith and Community Covenant for life and work at LeTourneau. An earned doctorate (Ph. D.) in History,from an accredited university or in a closely related field. Candidates who are ABD with an estimated conferral date before May 2028 may beconsidered. Preferred specialization in U.S. History, though strong candidates in related fields will beconsidered. Demonstrated teaching competency Interpersonal skills to effectively and professionally interact with students,colleagues, and administrators in a university learning community The successful candidate will be able to think creatively andcritically about the essential role of the humanities (and writing, in particular) within the "Christian Polytechnic University" mission andprovide leadership for efforts to fully infuse the humanities within the learning environment and campus culture of LeTourneau University.

This includes developing communication and analytical skills in students majoring in technical fields such as engineering, aviation,computer science, etc.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary is competitive and commensurate with experienceand other qualifications. LeTourneau University provides a significant benefit package, which includes medical and life insurance andcontribution to a retirement program.
DATE POSITION IS AVAILABLE
Fall 2027 PROCEDURE
FOR APPLICATION ORNOMINATION
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, list of references, copies of unofficialtranscripts, and answers to several faith questions available in the online application form on the university's website linked below. Thereview process will begin October 15th, 2026, and all applications received by October 30th, 2026, will receive full consideration.

Applications after that date will be reviewed as received until the position is filled. To apply, visit www.letu.edu/jobs-faculty . Questions about the search process may be directed to OfficeoftheProvost@letu.edu .
ABOUT LETOURNEAUUNIVERSITY
LeTourneau University is known as "the Christian Polytechnic University," a comprehensive yet STEM-focused,evangelical, and interdenominational Christian institution. LeTourneau is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and SchoolsCommission on Colleges and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. LeTourneau offers more than 140 graduate andundergraduate courses of study in aviation, engineering, education, business, psychology and counseling, arts and sciences, nursing, andtheology. Students enjoy the opportunity to take classes in person, online, or in a dual credit format. Approximately 3,000 studentsattend LeTourneau University, including in-person, online, and dual credit students. With the average class size of 16 and a 13-to-1 studentto faculty ratio, students are able to develop close relationships with world-class faculty. Professors are experts in their chosen field,credentialed with degrees from the top universities around the world. Many come to LeTourneau straight from industry or missions contexts,offering real-world experiences in the classroom and rich mentoring relationships with students. At LeTourneau, students receive bothacademic excellence and intentional spiritual formation because the integration of faith and learning is paramount to the educationalmission of the university. Faculty and staff are active in students' lives and encourage students to know Jesus Christ and the abundant lifeHe offers. LeTourneau consistently ranks among the top colleges and universities in the nation and the state of
Texas:
Top NationalTier, Best Regional University in the Western Region and Best Undergraduate Engineering Program (U.S. News & World Report); Best SmallColleges in America, Most Conservative College in Texas, Best Christian College in Texas (Niche.com) in 2022. Also, LeTourneau ranks in thetop 20 Best Value Colleges in Texas (Payscale.com) and Best Value Schools (U.S. News & World Report). LeTourneau University was founded in1946 by businessman and devout Christian, R.G. LeTourneau, and his wife, Evelyn. Its beautiful, 162-acre, residential campus is located inLongview, TX. Learn more at www.letu.edu .