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Bard College, Assistant Professor of English
Bard Colleges Division of Languages & Literature invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant professor of English, preferably specializing in American literature, and with additional competence in American Studies, to begin fall 2014. We are looking for an exceptional scholar and teacher who focuses on American literature, preferably of the nineteenth century, but who possesses sufficient breadth to teach all three courses in our American literature sequence (from the seventeenth-century through and beyond the twentieth-century).

The candidate should demonstrate facility in multiple literary and cultural genres; areas of expertise could include, but are not limited to: the novel, poetry and poetics, literature in its political and philosophical contexts, Native American studies, and transatlantic studies. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the general education curriculum at Bard. Candidate must hold a Ph.D. or be nearing its completion this year.

Please send cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 20-page writing sample and three letters of recommendation to Prof. Elizabeth Frank at: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21943. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.

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===Claremont McKenna College (CA) - TT Asst. Professor, American Lit.===
 * See full post at American Open 2014

Florida Gulf Coast University - Early American Literature, Assistant/Associate Professor
Requisition Number: 1842

Summary: Your initial assignment will include teaching, at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

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Teaches at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to teach first year writing. Experience or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued scholarship and service to the school and university.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or related discipline from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation, with special emphasis on Early American Literature and culture. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and a developed record of consistently successful scholarship in Early American Literature.

ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2014. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with teaching Early American Literature, from the colonial period to the Civil War. Ability to teach first year writing.

Special Instructions: Appointment will be made at a faculty rank commensurate with the candidate's experience on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2014.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

For faculty vacancies, it is expected that a copy of the transcript of the applicant's highest degree in the field of instruction will be scanned and attached in SOAR as part of the application package.

Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request and become property of FGCU.

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I assume from the lack of any mention of tenure-track that FGCU does not have a tenure system. Does anyone know for sure if that's correct?

===[http://academicjobs.wikia.com/wiki/Environmental_2014#Miami_University_.28Ohio.29_-_Asst._Professor.2C_Environmental_Lit. Miami University (Ohio) - Asst. Professor, Environmental Lit. (spec. includes Antebellum American)]===
 * See full post at Environmental 2014

New Mexico State University - TT Asst. Professor, 19th c. American Lit.
Position Title: Assistant Professor of English, Req# 2013002286

Posting #: 2013002286

Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor

Date Position Advertised: September 3, 2013

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Qualifications: PhD in English with a specialization in nineteenth-century American literature; secondary emphasis in Native American literature is desirable. Demonstrable commitment to both teaching and scholarship; ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses (typical teaching load is 3/3) as well as serve on MA thesis committees; all requirements for PhD completed by date of hire in August 2014.

Screening of applications begins October 30, 2013, and applications received after this date may be considered. Position remains open until filled. Initial interviews will be conducted at the MLA conference.

Application Procedure- Submit letter of application with current CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and writing sample as a single PDF attachment to: [mailto:englsearch@nmsu.edu englsearch@nmsu.edu].

Three letters of recommendation should be sent separately to: englsearch@nmsu.edu.

Correspondence may be addressed to: Ryan Cull, Chair of Personnel, Department of English, New Mexico State University.

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Rider University (NJ) - TT Asst. Professor, American Lit.

 * See full post at American Open 2014

Scripps College - Asst. Prof., 19th c. American Lit.
Scripps College, a women’s liberal arts college with a strong interdisciplinary tradition, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in nineteenth-century American literature. We especially welcome candidates with additional expertise in early twentieth-century American literature. A strong teaching record (and Ph.D. by August 2014) required. The successful candidate will teach at both the introductory and the advanced levels, from the department’s American literature survey to seminars in the fields of expertise. Participation in the Core Curriculum in Interdisciplinary Humanities program is expected. Please submit letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, and a writing sample of no more than 20 pages to AcademicJobsOnline: Professor Aaron Matz, Chair English Department Search Committee Scripps College 1030 Columbia Ave. Claremont, CA 91711 amatz@scrippscollege.edu

Review of applications will begin November 4, 2013. Scripps College is one of seven members of The Claremont Colleges Consortium located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. In a continuing effort to build a diverse academic community and to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Scripps College actively encourages applications from women and members of historically under-represented groups.

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University of California, Santa Barbara - Open Rank, American Lit. and Environment
Literature: Area of Specialization: Literature and Environment. Description: We invite applications from candidates who specialize in American Literature, and we are particularly interested in those who focus on the intersections of literature and the environment. The ideal candidate would be able to teach a range of courses in literature and contribute to the department's collaborative research and teaching centers and initiatives, especially the American Cultures and Global Contexts Center and the Literature and Environment specialization. Please visit the University of California Santa Barbara English website for further information on our department's ongoing initiatives. Position effective from July 1, 2014. Ph.D. expected at the time of appointment.

Instructions: To ensure full consideration, complete the online application process by October 18, 2013. Please submit your letter of application, CV, writing sample (25pp or less), and 3 letters of recommendation to: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00188. We seek a colleague who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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Also posted at Environmental 2014, American Open 2014 and  20-21 c. American 2014

University of Central Oklahoma - TT Asst. Professor, American Lit., pre-1865
The Department of English invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of English, effective August 2014. We are seeking a scholar who will offer courses in the area of American literature. Scholarly activities and service to the department, college, and university are required.

Duties and Responsibilities: The teaching load is 12 hours per semester. Primary teaching responsibilities will include upper-division and master's-level courses on American literature before 1865, sophomore-level survey courses on American literature to 1865, and first-year composition courses. Additional responsibilities will include mentoring graduate students, serving on master's thesis and examination committees, participating in student recruitment and advisement, actively pursuing a substantive agenda for scholarly/creative work, and serving on department, college, and university teams.

Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in English with specialization in American literature before 1865 is required. We are especially interested in candidates with active research agendas, a commitment to high quality teaching, and dedication to service to the department, college, university, profession, and community.

Preferred/Required Documents: Online Faculty application with cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of three professional references, and degree transcripts (including Ph.D.) attached is required. Additional documentation may be requested at a later date.

For technical assistance, please email [mailto:jobs@uco.edu jobs@uco.edu].

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University of Colorado Boulder - TT Asst. Professor, 19th c. American Lit.
The University of Colorado Boulder Department of English announces a tenure-track position in nineteenth-century American literature, to begin Fall 2014. PhD in hand by August 2014 is required for appointment as assistant professor. The normal teaching load is 2/2, and includes undergraduate English-major courses and graduate courses. Junior faculty members receive pre-tenure research leave support.

Interest in the position consisting of a letter of application, c.v., dissertation or book abstract (attach as "document 1"), writing sample of 25-30 pages, and letters of reference must be submitted electronically at https://www.jobsatcu.com posting #F00652. Review of applications will begin October 11, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. Initial interviews will take place at the MLA convention in Chicago. For questions about the position, or about the electronic application process, please contact: engl.chrasst@colorado.edu. The University of Colorado Boulder is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the ADA Coordinator at: hr-ada@colorado.edu. Authority to fill this position is pending budgetary approval.

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University of Washington Tacoma - TT Asst. Professor
The University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for a full time tenure-track Assistant Professor in American Literature in the Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences (IAS) Program. The successful candidate will be an intellectually expansive scholar whose research and teaching address 19th and 20th Century American Literature. An expertise in Environmental Literature and/or Regional Literature is a plus. The successful candidate will be expected to work with diverse student populations, involve students in faculty research, and integrate new pedagogical techniques and technologies into teaching/learning

The position primarily contributes to majors in 1) Arts, Media and Culture; 2) American Studies; and 3) Writing Studies, and also supports other interdisciplinary majors and concentrations at UW Tacoma. The position begins September 16, 2014, requires an earned doctorate or foreign equivalent in English, Comparative Literature, or related field with an emphasis in American Literature at the time of appointment, and is contingent on funding. A candidate in the final stages of his/her dissertation would be appointed on an acting basis.

IAS offers a range of innovative interdisciplinary majors. We welcome applicants representing diverse perspectives and approaches. One of three University of Washington campuses, UW Tacoma is located in new and historic facilities in downtown Tacoma and serves students of a wide range of ages and backgrounds in the South Puget Sound region. The South Sound is a beautiful place to live with outstanding opportunities for both cultural and recreational activities. It also has vibrant business and nonprofit communities including organizations like the world-renowned Museum of Glass, Tacoma Art Museum, Amazon, Boeing, Microsoft, Nordstrom, RealNetworks, Starbucks, Weyerhaeuser, the Port of Tacoma, and more. For more information on UW Tacoma, visit our website at https://www.tacoma.uw.edu.

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 * letter delineating your interests and qualifications, a description of research projects underway, your teaching experience, and previous activities mentoring minorities and/or advancing minorities, women, or members of other under-represented groups,
 * curriculum vitae, including a list of courses taught,
 * statement of your teaching philosophy,
 * an article-length writing sample,
 * evidence of teaching effectiveness, and
 * three letters of reference.

Submit all application materials through https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2886.

Application materials, including letters of recommendation, received via email will not be considered. Screening of applicants will begin November 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. For further information, e-mail Dr. Joe Sharkey, search chair, at iasamlit@uw.edu.

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Also posted at 20-21 c. American 2014

Colby College - Faculty Fellow (1 yr.), 18th / 19th c. American Lit.
We invite applications for a one-year Faculty Fellow position, for the 2014-2015 academic year, in 18th and 19th century American Literature with particular emphasis in Early Women's Writing. The position consists of a four course-teaching load, including two lower level intensive writing courses; an American literature survey (pre-1860); and one upper-level course in the candidate's chosen area. High priority will be given to candidates with demonstrated teaching excellence, publications, and completed Ph.D.

To apply, please send the following application materials as PDF attachments to Cedric Gael Bryant, Department Chair, [mailto:americanistsearchvap@colby.edu americanistsearchvap@colby.edu].
 * cover letter
 * CV
 * three letters of recommendation
 * statement of teaching philosophy, and
 * description of research interests.

Review of application materials will begin January 15, 2014. Short-listed candidates will be invited for Skype interviews in late-January, early February.

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