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Assistant Lecturer of History

Ball State University
dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, sick time
United States, Indiana, Muncie
2000 West University Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 21, 2026

Position Title:

Assistant Lecturer of History

Compensation:

$45,000 -$55,000

Department:

History

Start Date:

08/17/2026

About this opportunity:

The Ball State University Department of History is looking for digital historian, with university teaching experience, and experience with internships. Experience with public history is preferred for this nontenure line. The candidate will start in August and will teach undergraduate digital history classes and internship classes. The candidate would be expected to contribute to the management of the history intern program. An ABD candidate would be considered but would be expected to have a terminal degree in three years.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. with employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Position Function: The digital historian is being brought to Ball State University to teach undergraduates how to use technology as part of a public history based experiential education.

Duties and Responsibilities: Teaches 4 classes, supervising student internships and working with Public History

Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree by date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications: PhD and taught at university level

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact: Our Main office at 765-285-8700

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

  • Cover Letter

  • Vita

  • Three years of teaching evaluations (means and comments)

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 10th, 2026. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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