Assistant Professor in Anglophone Poetry Studies

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

The Department of English at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor in Anglophone Poetry Studies, starting August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and maintain an active publication record.

We seek scholars with a broad, cross-period and cross-national approach to Anglophone poetry and a demonstrated commitment to mentorship and service within the university community.

Qualifications

• PhD required with a record of research/publication and teaching in Anglophone poetry across American, British, or global contexts.
• Experience teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels preferred.
• Active research agenda and publication record are essential.

Responsabilités

• Teach four courses per academic year at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly activity and contribute service to the Department, College, and profession.

Connaissances

Research publication

Teaching experience

Anglophone poetry

Formation

PhD

Description du poste

Assistant Professor in Anglophone Poetry Studies

Job No: 541828

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Humanities

Department: 16200000 - LS-ENGLISH

Job Description

Classification Title: Assistant Professor in Anglophone Poetry Studies

Minimum Requirements: PhD, and record of research/publication and teaching experience in any field or period of American, British, and/or global Anglophone poetry.

The Department of English at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to teach in the B.A. and Ph.D. programs in the field of Anglophone Poetry Studies, beginning August 16, 2027. We seek candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will be expected to 1) maintain an active writing and publication career, 2) teach four courses per academic year at the undergraduate and graduate level, and mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, 3) contribute service to the Department, the University, and the profession.

The Department offers innovative courses and programs at all levels and enjoys productive relationships with other units housed within and beyond the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including the Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere.

UF is a major comprehensive, land-grant, research-intensive university, ranked in recent years as among the nation's top public universities. Gainesville is a city of approximately 150,000 residents in Alachua County. It sits 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville. Its many nearby parks, springs, and recreational areas offer year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, diving, and nature photography. Learn more at Visit Gainesville

Expected Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Benefits

UF offers a strong benefits package for eligible faculty appointments, including health insurance, paid leave (as applicable), and retirement options. Learn more here.

Required Qualifications

PhD, and record of research/publication and teaching experience in any field or period of American, British, and/or global Anglophone poetry.

Preferred

We are especially interested in candidates with expertise across periods, genres, and national literature. Our ideal candidate would also have demonstrated interest in critical and theoretical approaches to literature and culture. This is not a creative writing position, but courses in Anglophone poetry studies are likely to attract MFA students as well as undergraduates taking poetry workshops.

Application Process

Application review will begin on December 1, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee and/or hiring authority.

After initial review, writing samples will be requested from selected applicants, as well as letters of recommendation from the listed references. We anticipate Zoom interviews in December or January and campus visits for finalists in the spring term.

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Health Assessment

Health Assessment Required: No

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.