"Assistant Professor of English"

Position Summary

The School of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of English to begin August 2026. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar to teach ENGL115: Public Speaking as well as English major courses within their area of specialty. This secondary area of specialization is open. All employees are expected to understand the mission of Catholic higher education and to support the core values, mission, goals and objectives of Holy Family University. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

Responsibilities

• Teaching courses in the specified discipline, including ENGL115
• Serving as the point of contact for ENGL 115 sections
• Fostering academic excellence in the classroom
• Advising students in the assigned discipline
• Maintaining an active program of research/scholarship
• Participating in school- and university-wide service, committees, and initiatives

Education & Experience Requirements

PhD in English, Rhetoric & Composition, Communication Studies, or a closely related field, or an MFA in a relevant discipline. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching (experience at the secondary school level will also be considered). Evidence of ongoing scholarly or creative activity. Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Social Teaching.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect, the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind, and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education. For more details on our commitment to nondiscrimination click HERE.

We invite qualified applicants to view our open positions and apply directly at our career center by submitting a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research, list of courses taught, complete graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by October 1, 2025.