Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Requisition
202600078F

Rank
Visiting Assistant Professor

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary
Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department
Dept of English

Open Date
06/05/2026

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Sam Houston State University’s Department of English seeks one Visiting Assistant Professor of English to begin Fall 2026. This one-year position, renewable at the university’s discretion, offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth, providing valuable experience teaching Composition I and II, refining pedagogical skills, and positively influencing students’ academic development. Successful candidates will teach a 4/4 course load, primarily consisting of Composition I and II, with the possibility of teaching other English courses as needed. Responsibilities also include continued engagement in their field through research, presentations, and publications. The ideal candidate will be prepared to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Educational Requirements for the Position
A Ph.D. in English or closely related field.

Experience Required for the Position
Preferred Qualifications – Prior experience teaching in higher education, both in-person and online. Proven excellence in college-level teaching. Training in American literature and experience teaching American literature are desirable.

Other Requirements for the Position
This position requires teaching in person at the Huntsville campus.