Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Coe College • Cedar Rapids, IA

17h

About The Position

The English, Creative Writing, and Communication Studies Department at Coe College invites applications for a two-year, full-time visiting appointment in twentieth- and twenty-first-century Global Anglophone literature, beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach six courses per year, ranging from introductory literature courses to upper-level courses and seminars, and will help expand the English course offerings while supporting global and interdisciplinary initiatives at the college. Expertise in ethnic American literatures, human rights and literature, or environmental humanities is welcome. The position may be eligible for conversion to a tenure-stream position after two years.

Applications received before November 13, 2026 will receive full consideration. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a teaching philosophy statement with a list of three courses they are prepared to teach at Coe appended, unofficial graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. The position requires authorization to work for any employer in the United States; Coe College cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Appointment is contingent on successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in English or a closely related field, completed by August 2027.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in the classroom.
• Evidence of an active research agenda and potential for successful scholarly engagement.
• Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in ethnic American literatures, human rights and literature, or environmental humanities.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach six courses per year, ranging from introductory literature courses to upper-level courses and seminars.
• Help expand the English course offerings.
• Support global and interdisciplinary initiatives at the college.

What This Job Offers

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