Lecturer

Lecturer
Department of History
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

The Department of History at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Lecturer position in African American History.  We welcome applications from scholars whose research and teaching explore any aspect of African American History.

Successful candidates are expected to effectively teach the history of Black America 1619 to present, African American History to 1877 and African American History since 1877, and more chronologically and thematically focused undergraduate courses on African American History. Lecturers are responsible for preparing and presenting lectures, writing and grading examinations, meeting with students outside of class time, monitoring teaching assistants, and assigning grades.  The teaching load is 3-3. Required:  A completed Ph.D. in History or related area; training in African American History. Teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time, 9- month appointment, non-tenure track position.  Renewal of the position is contingent on the availability of funding, strong enrollments, and strong performance reviews.  The budgeted salary for the position is $60,000.  Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.  This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on April 10, 2026.  Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by the closing date. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Questions about the position may be directed to [email protected].

Apply for this position through https://jobs.illinois.edu and use the Apply Now button on the posting.  Create your candidate profile and upload your application materials:

• CV,
• 1200-word-maximum statement describing your teaching experience, interests, and approach, research areas, and other relevant activities,
• contact information for three professional references

We ask that all documents be uploaded in a single .pdf file, as an upload in the “Resume/CV” section. Letters of reference will be requested via e-mail after the initial screening. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. Additional materials, such as sample syllabi, may be solicited from candidates advancing in the process.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants. 

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Faculty Recruitment
Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [email protected].