Assistant Professor of English-British Literature
About The Position
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. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
Requirements
- 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).
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in World Literature or Literary Theory.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
