One-Year Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor of Jewish History and Medieval Europe Western Washington University in United States

Western Washington University is advertising a one-year visiting faculty opportunity in Jewish history, with a related second opening in Medieval Europe mentioned in the post. The position is in the History Department at Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington, United States.

The job is for a Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor level appointment beginning September 16, 2026 through June 15, 2027. The successful candidate will teach seven five-credit courses over three quarters, including lower-division surveys, History of the Holocaust, and additional courses in the candidate’s specialty. No service is required during the appointment.

This is a visiting faculty role rather than a PhD, postdoc, or master’s studentship. The posting indicates that the hire may be made at the Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor level depending on degree completed, and a doctorate is preferred. Salary is listed as $41,230 to $46,340 for seven courses, with benefits eligible and some support for conference presentation.

Research and teaching interests aligned with Jewish history, medieval history, Holocaust studies, and broader historical fields are especially relevant. Applicants should review the full job description and submit materials through the application portal linked in the posting.