Assistant Professor of Literature and Composition

North Carolina Central University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Assistant Professor of Literature and Composition to join their vibrant community. This role involves teaching English Composition and Literature, fostering students' analytical and creative skills, and contributing to a legacy of excellence. The university is committed to professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about education and eager to make an impact, this opportunity allows you to shape the future of students in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to innovation and transformation in education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Work-life balance support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a record of service.
• Promise of scholarship and research in English Studies.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester in English Composition and Literature.
• Maintain a robust research agenda and attend professional conferences.

Skills

Excellence in teaching

Scholarship and research in English Studies

Analytical and creative thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Communication strategies

Education

Ph.D. in English or related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Literature and Composition

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Position Information

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Literature and Composition

Position Number: F610252

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview:
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The mission of the Department of Language and Literature at North Carolina Central University is to engage students in languages, cultures, literatures, linguistics, and writing. We foster students’ analytical and creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication strategies to prepare students for their responsibilities in civic and professional life.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of this position is to teach four courses per semester in English Composition and Literature.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated excellence in teaching; Record of department and/or university service; Demonstrable promise of scholarship and research in English Studies.
Ph.D. in English or a related field

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies:

1. Instructional: Teach four (4) courses per semester; hold ten (10) office hours per week; prepare for class sessions; grade and provide feedback on student work.
2. Research: Maintain a robust research agenda, including attending and presenting at professional conferences, publishing peer-reviewed work in academic journals and/or books.
3. Public Service: Attend Department meetings, convocations, and commencement ceremonies; participate in department and college committees as assigned.

Posting Number: F000088

Open Date: 02/24/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Date Position Available: 07/01/2025

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)

Optional Documents:

• Writing Sample

Supplemental Questions

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