The School of Liberal Arts and Sciences is looking for a dynamic, experienced, student-centered educator to join the English faculty within our interdisciplinary Humanities Department, who will be an integral member of the English major, its Film Studies Track, and our innovative Content Creation and Influencing major. Dean College invites applications for this full-time, 10-month, annually renewable Assistant Professor position.

We seek an accomplished educator with experience teaching media and film theory, as well as thematic courses in literature, film, and/or pop culture studies (all specializations welcome). Experience teaching digital storytelling would be a plus. This educator should be well versed in creating a classroom environment based on experiential learning and active engagement. The courses this position will teach also include Composition I (ENG 111) and Composition II (ENG 112). A collaborative, effective working relationship with Humanities faculty, first-year writing faculty, and Communications faculty will be essential.

Applications may be considered until the position is filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants received by December 1, 2026.

Expected salary range: $69,000-$72,000 when annualized, commensurate with experience. The College also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.

Position responsibilities include:

• Teach a 5:5 teaching load (teaching 15 contact hours/semester);
• There is no faculty advising load. Students are served by a professional advising staff;
• Coach and mentor students regarding academic and career goals including graduate school preparation;
• Develop curriculum grounded in best practices and assess the results of program initiatives;
• Hold office hours as required and meet with students by appointment;
• Participate in committees as assigned, attend school and program meetings;
• Participate in recruitment activities and student orientations;
• Other duties as assigned.

Preparation, Training, and Experience:

• PhD in Film Studies, Media Studies, English, or related areas in the Humanities is required; Candidates with an ABD will be considered.
• Undergraduate teaching experience is required, particularly with first-year undergraduates.
• Commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong computer skills, the use of technologies and/or strategies to enhance pedagogy, the ability to access the College's online resources, and a willingness to be responsive to students via digital tools, including our digital learning management system.
• The successful candidate will possess expertise in learner-centered teaching and will have the ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse student body with a variety of learning styles and at varying stages of academic readiness.
• Experience with online teaching, course management systems, digital technology, and classroom media such as smart boards is desired.

Requirements

• Start Date: 9/1/2027 - Approximate
• Education: Doctorate Required
• Work Experience: 5 - 7 years
• Part/Full Time: Full-Time

Contact / Additional Information

To apply, to go Dean College Job Posting: Assistant Professor of English.