Assistant​/Associate Professor of English

Position Details

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Position Information

Position Title
Assistant/Associate Professor of English

Job Summary

The Department of Modern Languages, Communication, and Philosophy at Tuskegee University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in English beginning Fall 2026. Specialties in any area of literature or writing studies welcome; teaching load is 4/4, typically consisting of 2-3 freshman composition courses plus 1-2 literature survey or upper-level literature courses per semester.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach assigned English courses (four courses per semester in Fall and Spring semester) develop syllabi, assessments, and course materials in alignment with institutional guidelines.
• Use varied teaching methods to promote student learning and success.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Maintain accessibility through office hours and electronic communication.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and administration.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and submitting required reports.
• Engage in professional development and demonstrating a commitment to instructional excellence.
• Engage in scholarly research.
• Participate in service to the department, University, and/or community.
• Utilize pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning and to revise courses and teaching methods as needed to improve outcomes.
• Interact cordially with students and colleagues in person and through electronic communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English, Literature, Writing, or a closely related discipline.

Preferred qualifications:

• Record of successful teaching experience at the college level.

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to view computer terminal and engage in extensive reading
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items

FLSA
Exempt

Status
Full-Time

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of literature and/or writing pedagogy

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
f1039

Will this position required travel?

some

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?

some

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

no

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
06/23/2026

Close Date
08/30/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Recommendation letters
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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