Assistant Professor of English

University of the Cumberlands • Williamsburg, KY

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About The Position

The Department of English at University of the Cumberlands seeks candidates to join our faculty as a full-time Assistant Professor of English beginning August 2026. The primary responsibilities of the position will focus on teaching undergraduate courses in Composition I and Composition II, along with upper-division English Literature courses based on applicant’s expertise and the department’s course rotation. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high quality academic programs that empower its graduates to ‘seek a life-more-abundant’.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in English Literature (Master of Arts considered)
• Proven experience in teaching
• Record of professional and scholarly productivity
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to relate to and communicate with diverse students, faculty, staff, and external communities
• Willingness to adopt and support a mindset that focuses on student success

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses in Composition I and Composition II, along with upper-division English Literature courses based on applicant’s expertise and the department’s course rotation
• Working collaboratively and successfully with colleagues and university administration
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with expertise and experience
• Benefits offered

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree