Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Digital Humanities

Bentley University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentley University, located in Waltham, MA, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities. The appointment begins July 1, 2027, with teaching responsibilities across the English and Media Studies Department and opportunities to develop new DH/New Media courses.

The successful candidate will teach introductory DH and/or New Media courses and contribute to existing courses such as Critical Reading and Writing and Multimodal Communication, while building a strong

Qualifications

• Specialization in Digital Humanities and/or New Media Studies.
• Strong record of developing/leading a DH research project.
• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in scholarship and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach an introductory course in Digital Humanities and/or New Media and develop new courses in your area of expertise.
• Demonstrate ability to teach existing courses, including Critical Reading and Writing and/or Multimodal Communication.
• Maintain a strong teaching portfolio and contribute through department and university service.
• Engage in ongoing scholarly activity and service within the department and university.

Skills

Digital Humanities

New Media Studies

Creative teaching

Education

PhD in English, Communication, Media, or a related field

Job description

Position Title: Tenure Track Assistant Professor, DigitalHumanities

Req ID: R0006549

Time Type: Full time

Location: Waltham, MA

Description:

Job Description Summary

The Department of English and Media Studies at Bentley Universityinvites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank ofAssistant Professor, to begin July 1, 2027. We seek candidates witha record of creative scholarship and innovative teaching in thefields of Digital Humanities and/or New Media Studies. Weparticularly welcome applications from scholars whose research andteaching will broaden our curriculum and support the diverse needsof our undergraduate students.

The candidate appointed to this position will be prepared toteach an introductory course in Digital Humanities and/or New Mediaand to develop new courses in their area of expertise. In addition,the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to teachexisting courses, including Critical Reading and Writing and/orMultimodal Communication.

Tenure-track faculty teach a 2-2 load during their first threeyears and a 3-2 load during their final two years before applyingfor tenure. The standard teaching load for tenured faculty is 3-2,with the potential for additional course releases for exceptionalcreative and scholarly production. Candidates are also expected tomaintain a strong teaching portfolio and contribute throughdepartmental and university service.

Bentley is committed to the teacher-scholar model whereteaching, scholarship, service and community engagement areexpected and valued. We seek qualified faculty who representdiverse backgrounds, interests, and talents and share a commitmentto high ethical standards and a willingness to embrace challengeand change.

The English and Media Studies Department offers an array ofcourses in literature, film, communication, creative writing, andmedia production. We actively engage students through severalinnovative degree paths to complement students pursuingbusiness-related professions, including majors in English, CreativeIndustries, and Film and Media and minors in Gender and Sexuality,Media Management, and Ethnic Studies. Serving as the hub forwriting and media, the department also houses the ClimateCreativity Lab, Writing Center, ESOL Center, and Film and MediaStudies Lab.

Bentley University, located in suburban Boston, is an AACSB andNECHE accredited institution that enrolls approximately 5,500students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels.Bentley is ranked at or near the top in several categories by USNews & World Report, including Best Regional Universities Northand Most Innovative Schools, with Bloomberg ranking Bentley in thetop 20 undergraduate business programs. Bentley's high graduationand retention rates and top-ranked Pulsifer Career Center reflectsa commitment to student success and inclusiveness. With a strongfaculty of teacher-scholars, Bentley strives to be a "Force forGood" through the integration of business with the arts andsciences, and a strong emphasis on ethics and socialresponsibility. Providing a stimulating academic community forfaculty, staff, and students, Bentley supports its faculty as theypursue cutting-edge research and bring their expertise and realworld understanding into the classroom.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in English, Communication, Media, or a related field. ABDcandidates will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialization in Digital Humanities with a strong record ofdeveloping and/or leading a DH research project
• Research in New Media Studies (including but not limited toaudio, video games, or social media).
• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in scholarship andteaching

Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• CV
• A Teaching Statement, which should include a description of howthe faculty member has demonstrated or intends to create andsupport an inclusive classroom environment
• Research Statement

Pay Transparency

At Bentley we offer a "total rewards" package designed toattract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includescompetitive compensation, robust benefits, career development andopportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and apositive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with theMassachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity andtransparency, we're sharing the salary grade range for this role.The grade range is based on market data and the scope ofresponsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience,education, and other relevant qualifications.

Salary Ranges (depending on rank, qualifications andexperience)

• Assistant Professor: $72,738 - $88,901

If you have questions about the salary grade range or needadditional information, please contact us [e-mail].

Bentley University requires references checks and may conductother pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community thatwelcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that valuesdifferences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, buildingstrength through diversity. The University is committed to buildinga community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect thediversity of global business. We strongly encourage applicationsfrom persons from underrepresented groups, individuals withdisabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiencesand backgrounds.