Associate Professor, English Literary Studies & Research

Rhodes University; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 826 000 - 988 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university is seeking a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the Department of Literary Studies in English. The role includes teaching, research, and community engagement, as well as providing academic leadership. A PhD in Literary Studies in English is required, along with teaching experience and an interest in Literary Theory. Expertise in areas such as Postmodernist Literature and Digital Humanities is advantageous. An attractive salary package is offered.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Literary Studies in English.
• A strong teaching background and interest in Literary Theory is essential.
• Experience in any of the specialisation areas is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching and learning in the Department.
• Engage in research and community involvement.
• Assume administrative and leadership duties.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interest in Literary Theory

Postmodernist Literature

Digital Humanities

Ecology and Environmental Literature

Oceanic Studies

Film Studies

Education

PhD in Literary Studies in English

Job description

A leading South African university is seeking a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the Department of Literary Studies in English. The role includes teaching, research, and community engagement, as well as providing academic leadership. A PhD in Literary Studies in English is required, along with teaching experience and an interest in Literary Theory. Expertise in areas such as Postmodernist Literature and Digital Humanities is advantageous. An attractive salary package is offered.