Assistant Professor of English

Kentucky-Wesleyan-College; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Kentucky Wesleyan College in Owensboro, KY, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of English starting August 15, 2027. The position is tenure-track and emphasizes both teaching and scholarship, with a typical load of 12 credit hours per semester.

The successful candidate will teach composition and literature courses, advise students, engage in scholarly work, and contribute to service. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English with emphasis in literature; ABD considered if degree conferred before start date.
• At least two years of teaching experience at the collegiate level.
• Commitment to teaching, mentoring undergraduate students, and service to the college.
• Dynamic and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Teach an array of composition and literature courses (e.g., Composition I and II, Literature Surveys).
• Advise students and engage in scholarly work with undergraduates.
• Engage in service to the department and college.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in English

Job description

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Assistant Professor of English

Full Time Owensboro, KY, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1042

Assistant Professor of English

Kentucky Wesleyan College, a private, Liberal Arts College in Owensboro, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of English. This is a tenure track position with a starting date of August 15, 2027.

Major Responsibilities

A commitment to both teaching and scholarship is essential. The successful candidate will teach an array of composition and literature courses (e.g., Composition I and II, Literature Surveys, etc.) and establish and maintain a program of scholarly work in collaboration with the program and undergraduates. The teaching load is typically 12 credit hours per semester. Additional responsibilities include advising students, engaging in professional/ scholarly work, and service.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English with an emphasis in literature. ABD’s will be considered if degree is conferred prior to the start date.
• At least two years of teaching experience, including some at collegiate level.
• A strong commitment to teaching, mentoring, and working with undergraduate students and a passion for providing an exceptional classroom experience for Kentucky Wesleyan students.
• Enthusiastic and dynamic personality.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• A desire to be of service to the college and to the external community.

Employee Benefits

This full-time position has access to a full range of employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans; and tuition benefits. Due to the college’s not-for-profit status, employees of Kentucky Wesleyan may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program of the US Department of Education.

Application Process

Questions regarding the search process can be directed to Prof. Tamara Coy, English Program Coordinator, at [e-mail].