Assistant Professor Of English

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Humanities at Newberry College seeks an Assistant Professor of English (tenure track) in British and Commonwealth literature, any field after 1800. This is a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Humanities, Division of Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences position. Teaching load will include at least two first-year-level classes each semester and ordinary teaching load for Humanities faculty is 4 courses per fall and spring semesters. The successful candidate will demonstrate a history of working with diverse populations and engaging students through personalized pedagogies to be active participants in their learning. As well, the candidate will have alternative strategies to help students grasp material and build confidence in their abilities

EDUCATIONAL OR OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong aptitude for teaching. Terminal degree from an accredited university in a field related to post-1800 British and Commonwealth literature is required. Doctoral degree is preferred.

APPLICATION

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should send:

• Contact information for three professional references.
• Three letters of recommendation, and
• Letter of interest,
• C.V,

Submit application packet electronically as a single file (PDF preferred) to [email protected] with the subject line “Faculty, Department of Humanities, English.” Letters of Recommendation may be submitted as a separate file. Preference will be given to applications received by June 30, 2023. Review of application will begin on July 1, 2023, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. Finalist for the position will be asked to submit official transcripts of graduate coursework.