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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for visiting assistant professor in Missouri is $75,094.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,300.00 and $85,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a visiting assistant professor?

A Visiting Assistant Professor is a temporary faculty member at a college or university, typically hired for a limited-term appointment (often one to three years). They are usually early-career scholars or recent Ph.D. graduates who teach courses, conduct research, and participate in academic service. Unlike tenure-track professors, their positions are not permanent, and they may be filling in for faculty on leave or helping to meet short-term teaching needs. These roles can provide valuable experience and may serve as a stepping stone to more permanent academic positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a visiting assistant professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visiting Assistant Professor, you need a terminal degree (such as a PhD) in your discipline, demonstrated teaching ability, and a track record of scholarly research. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and academic publishing platforms is often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills help you engage students and work effectively with colleagues. These competencies are essential for delivering quality education, contributing to departmental goals, and navigating the temporary and varied nature of visiting academic appointments.

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Visiting Assistant Professors often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to a new institution's culture, balancing teaching loads with research expectations, and building relationships within a limited timeframe. Navigating unfamiliar administrative processes and integrating into established departmental communities can also pose difficulties. To address these, it's helpful to proactively seek mentorship from permanent faculty, participate in departmental meetings and events, and prioritize clear communication with both students and colleagues. Taking initiative in engaging with the academic community can make the transition smoother and enhance professional development during the appointment.

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Infographic showing various Visiting Assistant Professor job openings in Missouri as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,094 per year, or $36.1 per hour.

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - History

Miamioh

Bachelor, MO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor - History

Department

History Department JM

Worker Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-05-08

Job Description Summary

Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor qualified to teach full load of undergraduate courses in medieval and early-modern European history, along with a world history survey. One-year appointment beginning August 17, 2026.

Job Description

Teaching responsibilities include a survey on World History to 1500, survey on Medieval History, survey on Early Modern European History (1450-1750), and possibly upper-level courses in these fields.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in History by date of appointment for appointment as Visiting Assistant Professor; ABD in History by date of appointment for appointment Instructor.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a writing sample.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries may be directed to Kimberly Hamlin at hamlinka@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two (2) weeks from the date of posting and will continue until the position is filled."

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.


Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.


Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.


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