Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Coe College; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Coe College invites applications for a two-year, full-time visiting appointment in twentieth- and twenty-first-century Global Anglophone literature to begin August 2027. The appointee will teach undergraduate courses and contribute to global and interdisciplinary initiatives on campus.

Responsibilities include designing and teaching courses from introductory to upper-level seminars, with a six-course load per year; there is potential for conversion to a tenure-stream position after two years.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have Ph.D. in English by August 2027.
• Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching.
• Active research agenda with scholarly engagement.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach a range of courses from introductory to upper-level.
• Teach six courses per year.
• Support global and interdisciplinary initiatives on campus.
• Possibility of conversion to tenure-track after two years.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Active research agenda

Interdisciplinary initiatives support

Education

Ph.D. in English or closely related field

Job description

The English, Creative Writing, and Communication Studies Department at Coe College invites applications for a two-year, full-time visiting appointment in twentieth- and twenty-first-century Global Anglophone literature to begin August 2027. We seek candidates committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching who can expand our English course offerings as well as support global and interdisciplinary initiatives at the college. Expertise in ethnic American literatures, human rights and literature, or environmental humanities is welcome. The successful candidate will design and teach courses ranging from introductory literature courses to upper-level courses and seminars. The teaching load is six courses per year. This position may be eligible for conversion to a tenure-stream position after two years.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in English or closely related field in hand by August 2027.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in the classroom.
• Evidence of active research agenda and potential for successful scholarly engagement.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.
• statement of teaching philosophy, with a list of three courses you are prepared to teach at Coe appended to it
• three letters of recommendation (see note below)

Coe is committed to fostering a multicultural environment and encourages applications from individuals who will help fulfill that goal. Coe College is an equal opportunity employer.