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Ambrose University (CAN) - TT Asst or Assoc. Professor of 18th or 19th Century English Literature
Alberta, Canada

Ambrose University seeks qualified applications for the tenure-track position Assistant or Associate Professor of English, to begin July 2015. Qualified applicants are those who can teach a wide variety of undergraduate courses. Preference will be given to candidates with specializations in eighteenth-century British literature or Victorian literature. Applicants with secondary interests in children’s literature and religion and literature are also desirable. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching informed by research and the ability to teach composition, survey courses, and senior courses in one or more areas of their specialization. A completed Ph.D. is mandatory, with a commitment to integrate Christian faith and academic excellence. Ambrose Faculty Members agree to uphold and sign the University’s Statement of Faith upon initial appointment and govern the conduct of his or her teaching in accordance therewith. The compensation package will be commensurate with education and experience.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

To apply, send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three reference letters by November 28, 2014 to Dr. Linda Schwartz, Dean of Arts and Science Ambrose University c/o [mailto:SSylvester@ambrose.edu SSylvester@ambrose.edu] indicating “Position in English” in the subject line.

Link to Job Posting at Ambrose University website

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 * Also posted at Restoration/18th-Century 2015 and Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2015

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (PA) - TT Asst. Professor of English (British Lit.)
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania seeks to fill a vacancy for a Tenure Track position as Assistant Professor of English in Language and Literature. This position is in the Department of English, Languages and Communication Arts.

Duties and Assignments: The Assistant Professor will teach various undergraduate courses in British literature and other English courses, including composition and speech courses, as needed. This position also requires student advising as well as community, department, and university service. Participation in extra-curricular activities such as open house (recruitment), and student organizations is encouraged

Qualifications: The successful candidate is required to have a Ph.D. in English with a specialization in British literature. The candidate must have some experience teaching writing in higher education. Candidates for this position must be knowledgeable of current best practices in their field, and be prepared to use technology as appropriate. The successful candidate must also be student­ centered, collaborative and well versed in outcomes-based learning. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY: (Application Deadline August 28, 2014) To apply please send the following 4 items in one packet via mail to the Office of Human Resources below: 1. Letter of application 2. Three letters of recommendation 3. Curriculum vita 4. Copies of transcripts of all college or university-level work. Final, official transcripts are required before hiring.

Office of Human Resources, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania - ENG, 1837 University Circle, P.O. Box 200, Cheyney, PA 19319-0200.

Cheyney University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

NOTE - *Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification and criminal background check per Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education policy.

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Dominican University of California (CA) - TT Assistant Professor of English (pref. Early British Lit.)
Dominican is seeking an entry level Assistant Professor, tenure-track, beginning Fall 2015. The successful candidate will teach a broad array of courses in literature, composition, and possibly creative writing. In addition to offering majors in both English and Creative Writing, the Department of Literature and Languages supports the University's General Education program, Adult Degree Completion program, and the interdisciplinary M.A. in Humanities. Workload is 4/3.

Responsibilities
 * Teach three unit courses at Undergraduate/Graduate level
 * Attend and contribute to faculty meetings, conference calls and other professional development activities
 * Participate in curriculum development for individual courses and overall program
 * Evaluate and grade student work and provide feedback to students
 * Mentor and advise students on the progress of their projects and coursework
 * Uphold academic performance standards and integrity
 * Pursue scholarship and/or creative publication
 * Take interest in developing program leadership skills and teaching in our unique First ·Year Experience "Big History" program

Qualifications
 * PhD by time of appointment
 * Preference will be given to candidates with teaching expertise in early British Literature

Additional Position Information
 * Priority will be given to applications submitted by November 1, 2014; however additional applications may be considered until the position is filled
 * Must be willing to consent to a background check
 * Interviews will be conducted at the Annual MLA Convention from January 8-11; candidates will be notified directly if they have been selected. Those candidates invited for an interview but unable to attend the conference will be offered alternative options.

Dominican University of California is an independent, international, learner-centered university of Catholic heritage, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The University is located 12 miles north of San Francisco nestled in the foothills Marin County. Over 73% of our faculty members hold a PhD or the highest degree in their field of expertise, mirroring the percentage of doctorates at research universities. Dominican has a 1:11 teacher-to-student ratio, an average class size of 15 with a small-town feeling in a park-like campus. We blend interdisciplinary core courses, real-world studies, and small classes with close and supportive academic advising and mentoring.

Application Procedures
 * Click the hyperlink below or cut/paste it into your browser and scroll to the bottom of the posting. Click the option, "Submit your resume/CV to this job"
 * Click upload Resume/CV button
 * A cover letter is required and should include your focus in British Literature, areas of teaching strength and areas of research
 * For further questions on the application process, please contact jobs@dominican.edu

Online App. Form: https://dominicanuniversity.hua.hrsmartpe.com/hrsmart/ats/Posting/view/318

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Fisk University (TN) - TT Assistant/Associate Professor British Literature
The English Discipline at Fisk University is seeking candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Must have a Ph.D. in British Literature, or related fields from an accredited institution with 3-5 years teaching experience. Must have a promising research agenda and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, your teaching philosophy, a 2 -3 page description of proposed or current research project and contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation may be requested from referees at a later date. Electronic submission only for all materials to [mailto:careers@fisk.edu careers@fisk.edu]. Reference the position title in the subject line. Fisk is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

https://apply.interfolio.com/26814

MLA JIL 09/26/14

Deadline: closes Dec. 12 (according to Interfolio lnk)

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San Diego State University (CA) - TT Assistant Professor - Critical Digital Humanities, with expertise in British Literature
The Department of English and Comparative Literature at San Diego State University, the flagship campus of the largest and most diverse public university system in the U.S., seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in Critical Digital Humanities, with a particular emphasis on British Literature. The successful candidate will teach courses in digital humanities/digital culture, develop programmatic initiatives in digital humanities, and contribute to the British literature curriculum at both the undergraduate and graduate levels (period and area of specialization open).

Candidates must have a Ph.D. (degree expected by August 2015) in English or Comparative Literature or an equivalent field and demonstrate potential for excellence as a scholar-teacher, including successful teaching experience, currency within the candidate's field, and/or publication of scholarly research. The normal teaching load is 3/3, including undergraduate courses as well as literature seminars serving our large and distinguished MA and MFA programs.

For more information about the SDSU Department of English and Comparative Literature, please visit our website: http://literature.sdsu.edu/.

SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all. SDSU is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in and/or commitment to teaching and working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and members of underrepresented groups.

To ensure full consideration, apply via Interfolio by November 3, 2014; the position will remain open until filled.

http://apply.interfolio.com/25730

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 * Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015

===University of Delaware (DE) - Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor in Print & Material Culture Studies===

The Department of English at the University of Delaware invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position. The position includes a highly competitive salary, good teaching load, and excellent benefits. We seek candidates, grounded in their primary literary, historical, or rhetorical disciplines, who can add to our strengths in Print and Material Culture Studies while also contributing to our vision of a deeply integrated and interdisciplinary department. Associate or advanced Assistant Professors are preferred; other applicants will be considered only if they can guarantee Ph.D. in hand by August, 2015.

The successful candidate will be an intellectual leader of national reputation (at the Associate level) or an advanced Assistant Professor with an established publishing record who can work with UD’s Center for Material Culture Studies to build the university's reputation as a leading destination for interdisciplinary research and teaching related to the physical evidence of culture. This position provides teaching opportunities in both our undergraduate and our graduate programs and will benefit from the department’s strong affiliations with interdisciplinary studies programs on campus (including Material Culture Studies, Digital Humanities, African American Studies, Environmental Humanities, Interactive Media Studies, and Race & Ethnic Studies, among others), organizations associated with UD faculty (including the Winterthur Museum, Folger Library, Hagley Museum, and The Library Company of Philadelphia), and numerous other archives and resources at the university and in the region.

Applicants should visit http://www.udel.edu/udjobs and read Applicant Instructions under the Resources for Applicants tab before submitting their application. Applicants are asked to create and upload a single document that includes a letter of application and a CV. We will begin reviewing applications on November 3, 2014. The hiring committee will then solicit letters of recommendation and other materials from selected applicants.

Founded in 1743, the University of Delaware is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education. Combining tradition and innovation, we seek faculty who are prepared to lead the way in responding to the most pressing challenges of our time. The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minority group members and women.

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 * Also posted at Generalist 2015 and American Open 2015