Professor of English

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Wellness programs and incentives

Generous paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Tuition programs for employees and dependents

Job summary

Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut is seeking a scholar-teacher in early modern literature for a tenure-track position starting July 1, 2027. The candidate will teach four literature courses annually, engage in scholarly research, mentor students, and participate in departmental governance.

The successful applicant should have a Ph.D. in English or a related field, demonstrating a commitment to undergraduate teaching and holistic engagement in the learning community.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in hand by appointment or completed within one year for Instructor.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate courses in literature.
• Commitment to engaging in scholarly research.

Responsibilities

• Teach four literature courses per year to undergraduates.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Participate in faculty governance.

Skills

Scholarly research

Teaching literature

Advising and mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in English or related field

Job description

Overview

Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand.

The Department of English at Wesleyan University seeks a scholar-teacher of early modern literature for a tenure-track appointment beginning July 1, 2027. We are open to candidates with comparative approaches.

Responsibilities

Wesleyan faculty have a strong commitment to both undergraduate teaching and scholarship. Candidates for this position should be actively engaged in scholarly research and writing and prepared to teach four literature courses per year (two per semester) to undergraduates, in person on Wesleyan’s campus. The successful candidate will offer broadly-conceived courses in the field, courses more narrowly focused on their areas of expertise, and the English Department’s gateway, "Ways of Reading." Additional duties include advising and mentoring students as well as participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in English or a related field in hand by the time of appointment to be hired as an Assistant Professor; a successful candidate may be hired as an Instructor if the candidate does not have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment, but will complete the Ph.D. within one year of hire.

Location

On Campus

Benefits

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, and employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify. Wesleyan also offers a generous sabbatical program, competitive salaries, and other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504, or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Chief Diversity Officer.