Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (English)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in English to begin Fall 2027. We seek candidates specializing in any area of pre-1700 non-dramatic English literature and who can support a range of methodological approaches.

The appointee will teach pre-1700 literature, participate in the Literary History 1 survey, teach two courses per semester, supervise graduate work at MA/PhD levels, and contribute to the department's scholarly community.

Qualifications

• PhD from an accredited institution required.
• Tenure-track appointment at a research university.
• Ability to teach pre-1700 non-dramatic English literature.

Responsibilities

• Teach pre-1700 literature courses across seminars and surveys.
• Contribute to Literary History 1 survey rotation.
• Supervise MA and PhD research and theses.

Skills

Teaching

Literary history

Graduate supervision

Education

PhD

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (English)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63799

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.