Assistant Professor of English-British Literature

Posting Details

Posting Details

Instructions to applicants

Submit your letter of interest, curriculum vitae, transcripts, contact information for three references, and three letters of recommendation.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications should contain complete job history entries, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes and curriculum vitae do not take the place of this required information.

Job Title Assistant Professor of English-British Literature Location Alpine Department Languages and Literature Job No. 999913 Posting Date 10/22/2025 End Date Until Filled Yes Appointment Date 09/01/2026 Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Required

* Doctorate in British Literature is required. ABD applicants will be considered, but appointment will be at the instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by February 1, 2027.

* Two years of teaching experience in British literature or related subjects (graduate student teaching accepted).

Preferred

* Expertise in World Literature or Literary Theory.

Primary Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include the following:

* Teaching a 4-4 course load of face-to-face, hybrid, and online undergraduate and occasional graduate courses.

* Courses include British literature surveys, Shakespeare, other literature courses, as well as composition.

* Advising students and mentoring English majors' activities and organizations.

* Scholarly research and publication.

* Participating in curriculum development and assessment.

* Engaging in service to the department, college, and university, and community.

Position is security sensitive.

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Other Information

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