Welcome to The University of Alabama in Huntsville's College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHS). As one of the nation’s premier research and creative arts institutions, we value your interest in joining our faculty.
About UAH
About CAHS
- 8:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
- 24 students average class size
- 9 Departments that include Art, Art History & Design, Communication Arts, English, History, Music, Theatre, & Film, Philosophy and Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and World Languages & Cultures
- 60+ majors, minors, certificates, tracks, and concentrations
- The average teaching load is 3:3 (tenure-track) or 4:4 (lecturer)
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Gallery of our Students
About Huntsville
Learn more about our location and community.
- Healthcare: Huntsville is home to two major hospitals and a UAB Regional Medical Campus. UAH also provides a convenient, high-quality Faculty and Staff Clinic
- Schools: UAH is located in Madison County, home to three public school districts and 52 private schools
- Huntsville City Schools
- Madison City Schools
- Madison County Schools
- UAH Early Learning Center and Rise Program
- For additional information on daycares, private schools, and area education, you can visit the popular blog Rocket City Mom
- Religious Communities: The greater Huntsville metro area is home to more than 375 religious organizations, including numerous Christian churches and organizations
- Huntsville Islamic Center
- Temple B’Nai Sholom
- Chabad of Huntsville
- Etz Chayim
- Hindu Cultural Center of North Alabama
- Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Huntsville (ISSO)
- Huntsville Bahá’ís
- Unitarian Universalist Church of Huntsville
- Temple Giac Lam
- Green Mountain Zen Center
- Interfaith Mission Service
- Huntsville Area Friends (Quakers)
- Huntsville Airport
- Huntsville Chamber of Commerce
- Short-Term Housing Option - Placemakr
The Chamber A Smart Place website contains a wealth of information regarding living in Huntsville, including realtor and neighborhood options, K-12 schools, and social activities. There are also testimonials from individuals who have moved to Huntsville from various places across the country and the world. Plus, view the Guiding Stars Program, which is staffed by passionate and knowledgeable residents whom prospective employees may contact directly to get first-hand information on our area.
Community Arts, Leisure & Recreation
While known for science and engineering, the “Rocket City” boasts an active arts community, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, and a variety of cultural and athletic events! View a guide to the city at We are Huntsville.
Faculty Resources
The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is dedicated to helping faculty engage in world-class research and creative endeavors, building innovative leaders inside and outside the classroom.
Current Positions
Open Positions
For current information on our faculty vacancies, visit uah.edu/hr/careers/faculty-careers
Benefits
To view current benefits, visit uah.edu/hr