Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (English)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University seeks to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of English to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will specialize in pre-1700 non-dramatic English literature and contribute to the department's Literary History 1 (pre-1800) survey, teaching two courses per semester and one graduate course per year.

The appointee will supervise MA and PhD work and participate in a range of methodological approaches, aiming to identify exceptional scholarship within a

Qualifications

• PhD from an accredited institution or highest degree appropriate in field at time of appointment.
• Ability to teach pre-1700 non-dramatic English literature.

Responsibilities

• Teach pre-1700 literature and offer a range of courses in pre-1700 required for Literature majors.
• Participate in teaching rotation of Literary History 1 (pre-1800) survey.
• Supervise graduate work at the MA and PhD levels.

Skills

Teaching

Literature analysis

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in English or related field

Job description

Department

Department of English | College of Arts & Sciences

Responsibilities

The Department of English at Florida State University seeks to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2027. We seek candidates who specialize in any area of pre-1700 non-dramatic English literature. We are open to a range of methodological approaches, and our aim is to identify exceptional scholarship.

The appointee is expected to offer a range of courses in pre-1700 literature and to be a part of the rotation of teaching the department's Literary History 1 (pre-1800) survey required of Literature majors. Teaching assignment is two courses per semester, with one graduate course per year, plus supervision of graduate work at the MA and PhD levels.

Qualifications

A PhD from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in a related field at the time of appointment is required.

Contact Info

Questions should be directed to Dr. Gary Taylor.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.