Assistant Professor, Modern American Literature

Job Summary

As Assistant Professor of Modern American Literature, you will teach at both

undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; conduct research/scholarship; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives; and perform other duties as assigned.

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community.

Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

* Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.

* Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.

* Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous improvement.

* Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and individual support to students.

* Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.

* Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement.

* Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.

* Establishes and maintains an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.

* Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and grantsmanship.

* Engages in continued professional development and maintains professional skills appropriate to rank and field.

* Actively participates in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings.

* Contributes to community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University's mission.

* Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities.

* Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.

* Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and excellence in all professional activities.

* Complies with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional

Job Description

Required Qualifications:

* Ph.D. in Literature, or related area from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.

* ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2026. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience teaching graduate level courses.

* Demonstrated experience in the design, delivery, and assessment of digital and online learning environments, including familiarity with learning management systems and emerging educational technologies.

* Experience in interdisciplinary teaching and research perspective with well-defined research goals.

* Willingness to engage in service opportunities commensurate with career maturity.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).

* Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals.

* Knowledge of critical thinking processes and understanding how to help learners develop high level questioning skills.

* Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.

* Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online).

* Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction,…