Full-Time Lecturer in English

The University of Alabama in Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The Department of English at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in English beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will primarily teach First-Year Writing and 200-level literature surveys, with opportunities to teach a Creative Writing course yearly.

The regular teaching load is four courses (12 credit hours) per semester, with both traditional and online formats.

Qualificações

• Earned MA, MFA, or PhD in English, Creative Writing, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience teaching First-Year Writing at the college level.
• Ability to teach 200-level general education literature surveys.
• Evidence of effective teaching.

Responsabilidades

• Teach First-Year Writing courses and 200-level literature surveys.
• Offer one Creative Writing course per academic year.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary programs and department service.
• May teach upper-division literature courses as needed.

Conhecimentos

First-Year Writing

Literature surveys

Online instruction

Interdisciplinary programs

Formação

MA / MFA / PhD in English or Creative Writing

Descrição da vaga

Full-Time Lecturer in English
The University of Alabama in Huntsville in Huntsville, AL

Type: Full-Time
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Category: English and Literature
Department: English

Rank: Lecturer

About the Position

The Department of English at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in English beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will hold an M.A., M.F.A., or Ph. D. in English, Creative Writing, or a closely related field and demonstrate a commitment to effective undergraduate teaching.

The successful candidate will primarily teach First-Year Writing courses and 200-level general education literature surveys. Literature assignments may include broad surveys and courses organized around particular themes, genres, or cultural traditions. Teaching responsibilities will also typically include one Creative Writing course per academic year. Additional assignments may occasionally include upper-division literature courses, depending on departmental needs and the candidate's expertise.

The regular teaching load is four courses (12 credit hours) per semester and may include both traditional and online formats. The position requires a commitment to student success, effective undergraduate teaching, and participation in departmental service. The successful candidate may also have opportunities to contribute to interdisciplinary programs.

Required Qualifications

• Earned M.A., M.F.A., or Ph. D. in English, Creative Writing, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated experience teaching First-Year Writing at the college level.
• Demonstrated ability to teach 200-level general education literature surveys, supported by experience teaching literature at the college level.
• Evidence of effective teaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching Creative Writing courses.
• Experience teaching upper-division literature courses.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering effective online instruction at the college level is strongly preferred.
• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs, such as Interdisciplinary Studies.

Appointment Date: Fall 2027

About the Department

The Department of English at The University of Alabama in Huntsville offers undergraduate and graduate programs in literature, Creative Writing, and Technical and Professional Communication. The department's redesigned B.A. in English includes concentrations in these three areas, complemented by minors in literature, Creative Writing, and Technical Writing. The department also offers an M.A. in English and graduate certificates in Technical Communication and User Experience. In addition to serving English majors and minors, the department provides First-Year Writing and general education literature courses for students across the university. Faculty contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship and support the university's commitment to student success through undergraduate and graduate instruction, mentorship, and community engagement. More information is available on the Department of English webpage.

About the College

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting sixteen bachelor's degree programs, three master's programs, one Ph. D. program, and five certificate programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students' success. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville on the College's webpage.

About the University

Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America's premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world's most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. UAH has eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study, and 17 high-tech research centers and institutes. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more about the University on the UAH website.

About Huntsville

Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing and a variety of emerging specialties provide challenging work in Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life in the Southeast. More than 1.2 million people reside in the Huntsville metro area, and it is now the largest city in Alabama. From outdoor recreational activities to an enhanced arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. More information about our city is available on the City of Huntsville website.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an equal opportunity employer (EOE), including an EOE of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.