Environmental 2014

Academic position in Environmental Literature that begin in 2014.

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California State University, Fullerton - TT Asst. Prof. Literature and Environment
The Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Literature and the Environment. Scholars with comparative, transnational, or transhistorical approaches are especially encouraged to apply. Secondary specialization should include one of the following: Critical Race Studies, Queer Theory and/or Sexuality Studies, Global Anglophone Literatures, New Media Studies, or Digital Humanities.

Teaching assignments include courses at upper-division and MA levels, survey courses, general education, composition, and others depending on the candidate's interests and departmental needs. Faculty teach three or four courses each semester. Reduction in teaching load is provided for the first two years, and re-assigned time is available for research, course development, and administration.

Qualifications
 * · Ph.D. in English or Comparative Literature is required by August 2014, with training and experience in Environmental Studies/Ecocriticism/Green Cultural Studies. ABD's will be considered, but must show evidence of degree completion prior to appointment.
 * · Evidence of successful teaching.
 * · Familiarity with recognized best practices in teaching and an interest in using and developing innovative instructional technologies.
 * · Potential for successful research and publications.
 * · Potential for successful service to the department.
 * · Ability to interact effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students.

Rank and Salary The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Teaching opportunities exist during summer and January intersession. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent-fee waiver; access to campus childcare as well as affordable housing program; and a defined benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to http://hr.fullerton.edu/documents/benefits/Faculty_Unit_3.pdf.

Job Control Number 23603G-14-016

Appointment Date: August 2014

Application Procedure: Submit a letter of interest addressed to the Search Committee, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample (20-25 pages), and three letters of recommendation to:


 * Carlen Pope
 * Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics
 * University Hall 323
 * California State University, Fullerton
 * Fullerton, CA 92834-6868

Application Deadline: Applications postmarked by October 1, 2013, will receive full consideration. Applications postmarked after this date may be considered if the position is still open. Applications will be acknowledged by a letter or email. Preliminary interviews will be held at the end of October via Skype appointments, and campus visits will be arranged for selected candidates in November.

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Deadline: Oct. 1, 2013

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Also posted at Comparative 2014 and Generalist 2014