Lecturer of English - Fall 2026

Franklin College invites applications for a single-semester, part-time appointment in English teaching a literature-based composition course to begin August 31, 2026. We provide a strong, active, and tailored liberal arts education through small class sizes and intentional relationships between students and their faculty mentors. Located about 20 miles from downtown Indianapolis, we support purposeful and practical academic experiences in and out of the classroom that leverage this location as students pursue personal, intellectual and professional growth. Please see www.FranklinCollege.edu for more details.

The successful candidate(s) will be expected to teach 2 sections of a composition course titled LA 201: Analyzing Literature. These sections will meet in-person on Tuesday/Thursday afternoons. Candidates with successful teaching experience and willingness to work in a private small liberal arts setting will receive highest priority. Candidates who can demonstrate a dedication to teaching and the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the College’s continuing commitment to diversity will also be given preference. M.A. or Ph.D. in English or a related field required.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a complete application (electronic submissions preferred, MS Word or PDF) including a letter of interest, recent teaching evaluations, and a curriculum vita that includes a list of references via the application link – Franklin College Faculty Application.

Questions may be submitted to:

George M. Phillips, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chair of the English Department
Franklin College 101 Branigin Blvd. Franklin, IN, 46131
gphillips@FranklinCollege.edu

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