Visiting English—Digital & Public Humanities

Wright State University

Dayton (OH)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

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Job summary

Wright State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of English beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in English, with emphasis on Digital Humanities and Public Humanities, and contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and curricular development that integrates digital tools and public-facing scholarship.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in English or closely related field by start date; ABD candidates considered with degree conferral by 07/31/2028.
Proven experience teaching at the undergraduate level; TA experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in English including required and elective courses in the BA program and graduate seminars in the MA program.
Develop and teach courses related to Digital Humanities and/or Public Humanities; contribute to interdisciplinary courses across programs.
Maintain an active research agenda in Digital Humanities, Public Humanities, or related field; pursue scholarly publication and external funding; mentor undergraduate and graduate student research.
Participate in departmental, college, and university service; contribute to curriculum development and program growth; support community partnerships and public-facing humanities initiatives.