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Job Category: Adjunct
Requisition Number: ADJUN001378
Posted: July 28, 2026
Part Time
On-site
Rate:
Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ
Monmouth University is seeking applications for Adjunct Professors of Public History in the History and Anthropology department. Monmouth requires history majors take an introductory course in public history and also offers M.A. level option for a Public History accent.
The candidate is expected to: teach 3 – 6 credits per semester, hold office hours (be available to meet with students a minimum of one hour per week per 3 credits taught), and use the university's designated LMS system (D2L). Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.
This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
For additional information about the department, please visit the Department of History & Anthropology webpage.
Additional Application Material Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for Three Professional References
Optional Documents: None
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
- Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
- Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
- Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
- Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.
Enrichment Statement:
Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree in History or Public History or related field along with experience including, but not limited to museum appointments, archive work, or historical interpretation.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in History or Public History.
- Experience teaching Museum and Archive Management and Introduction to Public History classes.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Maryanne Rhett, Ph.D., History & Anthology Department at mrhett@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5768
Note to Applicants:
Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.
Working at Monmouth University perks:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Tuition Remission
- Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
- On campus, Fitness Center – free membership
To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University
Department:
History & Anthropology
Work Schedule:
varies
Total Weeks Per Year:
14
Expected Salary:
$1,100 per/credit
Union:
N/A
Job Posting Close Date
N/A
To apply, visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MON1000MON/JobBoard/d4da5ea7-24db-4f02-a484-7497ffffb76d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=6bb6dc87-0bb6-48be-88d3-d14b2e7b739d
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the https://www.eeoc.gov/poster' target='_blank'>Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Job Category: Adjunct
Requisition Number: ADJUN001378
Posted: July 28, 2026
Part Time
On-site
Rate:
Monmouth University Main Campus
West Long Branch, NJ
Monmouth University is seeking applications for Adjunct Professors of Public History in the History and Anthropology department. Monmouth requires history majors take an introductory course in public history and also offers M.A. level option for a Public History accent.
The candidate is expected to: teach 3 – 6 credits per semester, hold office hours (be available to meet with students a minimum of one hour per week per 3 credits taught), and use the university's designated LMS system (D2L). Courses are taught in person at the West Long Branch campus. Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.
This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.
For additional information about the department, please visit the Department of History & Anthropology webpage.
Additional Application Material Required:
Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for Three Professional References
Optional Documents: None
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach 3-6 credits during the semester.
- Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives.
- Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success.
- Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner.
- Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.
Enrichment Statement:
Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree in History or Public History or related field along with experience including, but not limited to museum appointments, archive work, or historical interpretation.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in History or Public History.
- Experience teaching Museum and Archive Management and Introduction to Public History classes.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.
Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Maryanne Rhett, Ph.D., History & Anthology Department at mrhett@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5768
Note to Applicants:
Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.
Working at Monmouth University perks:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Tuition Remission
- Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
- On campus, Fitness Center – free membership
To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University
Department:
History & Anthropology
Work Schedule:
varies
Total Weeks Per Year:
14
Expected Salary:
$1,100 per/credit
Union:
N/A
Job Posting Close Date
N/A
To apply, visit https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MON1000MON/JobBoard/d4da5ea7-24db-4f02-a484-7497ffffb76d/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=6bb6dc87-0bb6-48be-88d3-d14b2e7b739d
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the https://www.eeoc.gov/poster' target='_blank'>Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in historian jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in history, public history, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting primary source research in archives, libraries, or government records
- Strong written communication skills for reports, publications, or public-facing content
- Familiarity with digital archival tools, content management systems, or database software
- Ability to synthesize complex historical information for non-specialist audiences
- Experience with oral history methods, exhibit development, or historical preservation work
Tips for Your Historian Job Search
Tailor your resume for each sector
A museum historian role values public programming and object interpretation, while a federal agency posting rewards policy research and report writing. Reframe your same experience with different emphasis for each application rather than sending one generic document.
Translate academic work into job language
Hiring managers outside universities don't know what a dissertation chapter signals about your skills. Rewrite your research projects as deliverables: archives consulted, timelines met, audiences reached, and tangible products like reports, exhibits, or publications.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists historian openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond the word historian
Most openings for historians are posted under titles like archivist, historical researcher, museum curator, heritage consultant, or policy analyst. Search those terms alongside historian to avoid missing roles your background clearly fits.
Prepare a writing sample that fits the employer
Many historian interviews require a writing sample, and a 40-page thesis chapter won't do. Prepare a short, polished sample, such as an exhibit label draft, a policy brief, or a research memo, that matches the format the employer actually produces.
Ask sharp follow-up questions in interviews
Questions that show you understand the sector stand out, for example asking how the organization balances primary source rigor with public accessibility, or how the team handles conflicting historical interpretations in official publications.
Historian Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most historians?
The most active employers for historians right now are Biolife Plasma Services, WSP, and Trinity Health, and the most openings are in Indiana, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Federal agencies, state historical societies, and large museum networks tend to post the highest volume of roles consistently.
How many historian jobs are remote?
About 30% of historian openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on policy research, digital archives, and historical writing or editing. Positions tied to physical collections, site interpretation, or public programming are typically on-site.
How do you become a historian?
Most historians start with a bachelor's degree in history, then pursue a master's degree in history or public history to qualify for professional roles outside academia. Building experience through archival internships, museum volunteer work, or research assistant positions during school strengthens your application significantly. Federal and state government historian roles often have specific civil service education requirements, so check each posting carefully.
How do you get hired as a historian with little experience?
Focus on roles titled historical researcher, archival assistant, or collections assistant, which typically accept candidates with a bachelor's degree and strong coursework rather than years of professional experience. Unpaid or low-paid internships at local historical societies or archives build the credentials hiring managers look for. A sharp writing sample demonstrating clear historical analysis often matters more than a long work history at this stage.
What does the historian interview process look like?
Most historian interviews include a structured competency screen with a hiring manager, followed by a panel interview with team members or subject-matter specialists. Many employers ask you to submit or present a writing sample in advance. Federal government historian roles may also include a structured scored interview tied to specific competencies listed in the job announcement, so reviewing those competencies beforehand is essential.
Where can I find and apply to historian jobs?
You can find and apply to historian jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your background, whether in museums, archives, government agencies, or consulting, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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