Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor of English
Position Number
998687
Department
English & Modern Languages
Salary
$53,500
Remote
No
Job Summary
The Angelo State University Natalie Zan Ryan Department of English and Modern Languages is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English, specializing either in pre-Civil War American literature or post-World War II American literature. The position also includes teaching core curriculum courses in writing and literature, advanced undergraduate courses, and graduate courses for the online English MA program. The successful candidate will be broadly trained in American literature beyond their research specialization.
Essential Duties
The dedicated educator and scholar will teach a range of courses across the English curriculum, including:
- First-Year Composition
- Sophomore-level American Literature
- Upper-division undergraduate English courses
- Online graduate-level English courses
- Engaging in scholarly research and publishing in the candidate’s area of specialization
- Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
- Participating actively in departmental, university, and community service
- Contributing to curriculum development and program enhancement
Knowledge
- English composition and American literature.
- Current trends, research, and scholarship in English studies and the candidate’s area of specialization.
Skills
- Teaching first-year composition and literature courses.
- Instructional design and curriculum development for undergraduate and graduate courses, including online delivery.
- Written and verbal communication.
- Organization, time management, and prioritization.
Abilities
- Design and deliver engaging instruction across undergraduate and graduate levels, including online formats.
- Mentor and advise students effectively.
- Collaborate professionally with colleagues and participate in academic governance.
- Contribute to departmental, university, and community service initiatives.
- Ph.D. in English or a closely related field ( ABD considered with expected completion by start date)
- Evidence of effective teaching at the college level
- A record of or potential for scholarly publication
- Experience with online instruction is preferred
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.
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