Assistant Professor of English - NTT

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Job Type Faculty

Position Title Assistant Professor of English - NTT

Position Number F00051

Location Morehouse College - Atlanta GA

The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & Arts ( HSSMA ) invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor, NTT (non-tenure-track) in the Department of English at Morehouse College. We seek a specialist in Africana Literature and Culture with a sub specialization in American Literature. This faculty member will have the primary responsibility of teaching freshman composition (English 101, 102, or 103) and may occasionally teach introductory-level courses in the English major, according to the candidate’s areas of specialization, sub specialization, and the department’s needs.

This position requires the advisement of majors and service to the department and the College. In all courses, the faculty member will be asked to provide classroom instruction that integrates issues of social and racial justice. We are looking for someone who thinks creatively about their teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College—to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of its students and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of Black people.

An official transcript will be required of the selected candidate. The Final date to receive applications is October 1, 2026. The start date for the position is August 1, 2027. Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and statement of teaching philosophy. Applicants are also asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish curricular goals.

The successful candidate will be expected to support the College’s general education curriculum.

The preferred qualification for this position is a PhD in English. Some teaching experience is preferred for junior candidates. Senior candidates must show evidence of substantial teaching experience.

Candidates should submit materials through People Admin by October 1, 2026. Questions may be sent to English Faculty Search .

The minimum qualification for the position is a PhD in English.

Experience implementing curricular assessment is highly desirable. A commitment to excellence in teaching and service to the profession and community is desired.

• The minimum qualification for the position is a PhD in English.
• Experience teaching within an online learning management system.
• Knowledge of pedagogical strategies and methods of student assessment.
• Ability to convey complex ideas and techniques.
• Computer literacy and instructional technology skills.

Candidates should submit materials through People Admin by October 1, 2026. Questions should be directed to Ms. Kaylan Brinson (English Faculty Search ). Morehouse College is an equal-opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Supervisor Name Alison Ligon

7 courses per year (or 4/3 teaching load). Specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member is determined in consultation with the Department Chair and Division Dean.

Candidates who apply are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse…