Assistant Professor of English, Early Modern Literature

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The English Department at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position in Early Modern Literature beginning Fall 2027. A willingness to work with undergraduate majors, minors, and non-majors from across campus is central to this position. We encourage applications from candidates whose work intersects with interdisciplinary programs on campus, such as Africana Studies, Global Studies, Medieval and Renaissance Studies, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. We also encourage candidates working across different languages and national contexts to apply. Candidates should have an ability and willingness to teach introductory general education literature courses, as well as advanced undergraduate courses in their areas of specialization, to mentor student projects and organizations, and to collaborate with campus partners.

Requirements

PhD in English, Comparative Literature, or a related field in hand before the start date of the appointment.
Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level is required.

Nice To Haves

PhD in hand.
Work intersects with interdisciplinary programs on campus, such as Africana Studies, Global Studies, Medieval and Renaissance Studies, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
Work across different languages and national contexts.

Responsibilities

Teach introductory general education literature courses.
Teach advanced undergraduate courses in their areas of specialization.
Mentor student projects and organizations.
Collaborate with campus partners.
Participate regularly in service activities for students, Marist University, and the community.

Benefits

Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan with varying university contribution rates based on years of service.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available.
Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester.
Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar.
Tuition benefits extend to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
University pays 100% tuition only for employee's direct education.
Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.