British Open 2015

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Full-Time / Tenure-Track Positions - POST-MLA DEADLINES

Averett University (VA) - TT Asst. Professor of English (2 Positions - Early/Early Modern and Later British Lit.) - PHONE INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

Averett University's English Department invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor rank to begin August, 2015.

Early and Early Modern English Literature: The ideal candidate will have the reach to teach Shakespeare and Renaissance literature through the early modern period as well as medieval literature.

Writing and Later British Literature: The ideal candidate will have expertise in creative and technical writing with the ability to teach a variety of courses in Later British Literature (Restoration/18th century to contemporary literature). Averett is looking to expand the number of English majors through the growth of a writing program.

Both candidates must have a sound background in the teaching of composition to support the general education curriculum in addition to offering courses in the major. Background in one or more of the following areas-English education, technical writing, literary theory, service learning, minority writers, environment and literature, and women's and gender studies-would be a plus. The ideal candidates will teach general education, lower level and upper level major courses, and will be willing to teach in both face to face and online modalities. Faculty also participate in ongoing multidisciplinary curriculum development and assessment, engage in academic scholarship, and serve on appropriate university committees.

Qualifications: Candidates should have appropriate graduate education in the fields listed above, and priority will be given to those with a completed doctorate by the time of appointment. Evidence of successful teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred.

Rank & Salary: Assistant professor rank. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications: Candidates will submit a letter of application, a current vita, names of three references, and evidence of teaching effectiveness electronically to Engprof@averett.edu or may fax their materials to 434-799-0658.

Deadline: The position will remain open until filled. Full consideration will be given to applications that arrive by February 27.

Averett University is a small comprehensive liberal arts university with both traditional and adult programs founded in 1859. We are located in Southern Virginia in Danville, Virginia, one of the historic cities of the South. We enjoy a mild climate on the Virginia-North Carolina border in the heart of the beautiful Piedmont area of the South.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Feb. 27

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• [PHONE INTERVIEWS scheduled 3/10, according to Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2015 ]

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• Also posted at Renaissance 2015, Modern British 2015, Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2015 and Restoration/18th-Century 2015

Chadron State College (NE) - TT Faculty - British Literature - POSITION FILLED

The Department of English and Humanities seeks a colleague in English to teach a variety of literature and writing courses in our degree programs and our Essential Studies program. The ideal candidate will be qualified to teach British Literature and Composition and provide expertise and teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: digital literacy, world literature, literary criticism, post-colonial literature and criticism, and multi-disciplinary courses. We seek a candidate who will engage students and our broader community in reading and discussing literature as it reflects diverse perspectives and cultures.

Service and scholarship/creative activities could include: active participation in CSC curriculum revisions, program development and assessment, development and instruction of on-line and interactive distance learning courses, pedagogies of engagement, campus and professional community service activities, student advising and recruitment, creative/scholarly activities in accordance with requirements established by the SCEA agreement, service on committees, collegiality, flexibility to the changes occurring within higher education, deep commitment to teaching, interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning, and other duties as assigned are expected.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Apply for this job online at http://www.csc.edu/hr/jobs/, click on Faculty, and then click on the green checkmark below "Apply for Vacancy" next to the position title. Required application materials include the Chadron State College Employment Application form, cover letter, resume, and transcripts. Applicants can attach and submit their cover letter, resume, and transcripts within the online CSC Employment Application form. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hr@csc.edu or 308-432-6224. Work authorization and/or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION: CSC faculty members and staff are a "community of learners" that value teaching and learning. CSC is committed to the orchestration of learning environments, teaching as a community endeavor, critical self-reflection, continuous improvement, and collegiality that encompasses responsibility. Recently, CSC initiated a new, innovative general studies program, known as the Essential Studies Program (ESP). The ESP is one of the six Master Academic Plan (MAP) priorities 2014-2018, the hub of the CSC 2020 plan.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Chadron State College is a small, rural four-year public college located in the scenic Pine Ridge of northwestern Nebraska and is a member of the Nebraska State College System. CSC offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to its approximately 3000 enrolled students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. CSC is located within 90 miles of Rapid City, SD and 300 miles of Denver, CO.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is covered by the SCEA negotiated agreement. Please refer to our website ( www.csc.edu/hr) for more information about Chadron State College. This position is supports Veteran's Preference

Required:

• Ph.D. in English (Candidates who are ABD and can show that the degree will be in hand by start date will be considered)
• Specialization in British Literature
• Experience teaching composition at the college level and ability to teach college writing across multiple levels/abilities

Preferred:

• Experience teaching British Literature.
• Ability to teach one or more of the following courses: Elements of Literature, Literary Criticism, World Literature, Multi-Ethnic Literature, Gender and Literature, Literacy in the Digital Age.
• Ability to teach and create courses in support of CSC's Essential Studies Program, especially integrated, multi-disciplinary courses and courses that focus on diversity.
• Knowledge in the use of technology, including online learning and multimedia enhancements and no cost, open education resources

HigherEdJobs.com (posted 1/13/15)

Deadline:

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Rejection (no interview): x1 (4/14)

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• Chadron State will not accept your application if you need visa sponsorship.

• Q: Has anybody received an (automatic) email confirmation after submitting their application? Yes, on the same day I submmitted the application. *Thank you.
• Any word? Nothing here!
• 4/14 rejection e-mail reads, "We have completed the selection process and have appointed another candidate for the position."

Fairleigh Dickinson University (NJ) - TT Assistant Professor in post-Renaissance British Literature - POSITION FILLED

The School of the Humanities at the Metropolitan Campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in post-Renaissance British Literature.

The standard teaching load is 12 credits per semester. All English faculty are expected to teach a variety of literature courses at all undergraduate levels, as well as academic writing. The successful candidate will share the commitment of the faculty to student-oriented teaching, advising/mentoring, and a continuing process of learning assessment and will be expected to develop a record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service at the levels of discipline, school, college, and university.

Requirements: Applicants must have completed a PhD in British or Comparative Literature and have strengths in at least two traditional period-fields (e.g. eighteenth and nineteenth centuries). Prior teaching experience is expected. We look for evidence of teaching effectiveness and of scholarly accomplishment/promise. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Deadline for receipt of applications: March 25, 2015 

Application Information

Contact: Teresa Montani Acting Director - School of the Humanities Fairleigh Dickinson University

Online App. Form: https://jobs.fdu.edu

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: March 25, 2015 - per application site: https://jobs.fdu.edu/postings/3752

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• From Restoration/18th-Century 2015: "Phone (4/13)"

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• [Offer Accepted around May 11, according to Restoration/18th-Century 2015]

NOTES:

• Also posted at Modern British 2015, Romanticism/Victorian/19th 2015 and Restoration/18th-Century 2015

LaGrange College (GA) - TT Assistant or Associate Professor of English (incl. British Lit.)

LaGrange College seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant or associate professor of English, to begin August 2015. Duties include teaching Renaissance literature, a survey of British literature, freshman composition, and interdisciplinary courses in the humanities, as well as Interim (January term) courses and other upper-division courses in our major program. Experience with or interest in online pedagogy desirable but not required. The teaching load is twenty-four (24) hours per academic year. A Ph.D. in English is required, with at least two (2) years of college-level teaching. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply, please complete the online application at http://jobs.lagrange.edu.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: open until filled (posted 3/24/15)

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• Also posted at Renaissance 2015

Limestone College (SC) - TT Assistant/Associate Professor of English (incl. British Lit.) - SEARCH SUSPENDED

Full-time tenure-track position begins August 2015-to teach freshman composition and introductory literature courses as well as upper-level courses in British and other non-American fields. Ph.D. required; college-level teaching experience preferred.

Interested candidates should complete the on-line application at http://www.limestone.edu/jobs and upload a letter of application, resume/vita, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.

If you have additional questions regarding the position, you may direct them to Dr. Karen W. Gainey, Vice President for Academic Affairs, at kgainey@limestone.edu, Limestone College, 1115 College Drive, Gaffney, SC 29340. As a part of the pre-employment process, the selected candidate must be willing to consent to and pass with satisfactory results, an investigative consumer report. AA/EEO.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: open until filled (posted 1/23/14)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): phone x2 (2/13)

NOTES:

• Also posted at Generalist 2015
• After phone interview, received the following email: "Thank you for your interest for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of English at Limestone College.  Due to enrollment and budget constraints, the College has decided not to fill this position at this time; however, it may reopen at a later date." [posted 2/23]

Pasadena City College (CA) - TT English Instructor - 4 Positions (3 Composition / 1 Early British Lit. and Comp) - PRELIMINARY INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

Pasadena City College is hiring four full-time, tenure-track English Instructors commencing with the 2015-2016 academic year. Three positions will have an emphasis in composition and one position will have an emphasis in early British literature (Beowulf to Johnson) and composition.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR:

• Teach classes in English composition from basic skills through college transfer level advanced composition
• Participate in the evaluation, revision, and development of the curriculum including use of instructional technology
• Participate in divisional and college governance activities through committee service and/or other appropriate activities
• Undertake the divisional and professional responsibilities of a regular faculty member
• Participates with faculty to develop and assess student learning outcomes. Use the results to improve teaching and learning.
• Teach possible assignments in literature and/or creative writing

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in English, literature, comparative literature, or composition
  OR
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND a Master’s degree in linguistics, TESL, speech, education with a specialization in reading, creative writing, or journalism
  OR
• Valid California Community College Instructor Credential
  OR
• The equivalent. (Degree must be shown as conferred on transcript. Some degrees may require equivalency. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide documentation to support equivalent qualifications.)
  AND
• Proficiency in speaking and writing Standard American English
• Demonstrated proficiency in teaching English composition at the community college level or its equivalent

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a teaching and learning community, e.g. First Year Experience, Puente, Ujima
• Expertise in British Literature, particularly pre-Romantics (Beowulf to Johnson)
• Experience teaching accelerated or stretch formats of composition

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated experience working with basic skills students in composition and reading
• Understanding of Best Practices and current innovations in teaching composition courses at varying levels
• Experience teaching a wide range of English courses, with particular emphasis on composition
• Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum
• Experience developing and teaching on-line curriculum
• Knowledge of current practices in distance education including course management systems, e.g. Canvas
• Experience in and knowledge of instructional technology
• Ability to work in a multiethnic environment with students who have a variety of learning styles and abilities
• Ability to adapt varying pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of students with differing learning styles and abilities
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

REASONS WHY THIS POSITION IS ATTRACTIVE:

• The English program at PCC is the largest program on campus. Forty full-time instructors and a supporting complement of adjunct faculty teach courses ranging from basic skills and developmental through advanced composition and critical thinking.
• The English Division encourages and supports innovative approaches to instruction.
• The Writing Center is a Center of Excellence and is a co- requisite course for two levels of composition.
• Courses in the English Division are critical to the Signature Goals of the Educational Master Plan and the Student Success Achievement Areas and Targets for 2010-2015 as well as the Student Success Act of 2012 of the California State Legislature.
• The English Division offers the Associate of Arts Degree in Literature as well as the Associate of Arts/Transfer Degree in Literature or Creative Writing.
• Many English faculty teach in inter-disciplinary programs, working with colleagues in other disciplines.
• Each semester the English Division offers approximately 16 literature courses including survey courses, genre courses, ethnic literature courses, and specialty courses. Many honors students enroll in these courses as English majors.
• The English Department offers an Honors program for qualified students.
• English faculty have the opportunity to teach in Study Abroad and travel programs for PCC.
• The English Division sponsors events for English majors and the annual Borders of Diversity Student Conference and brings in noted authors and speakers.
• The English Division sponsors an annual Writer in Residence Program, bringing Southern California writers to classes and community events.
• The English Division provides scholarships and awards to outstanding students in literature, creative writing, and composition.
• Faculty are involved in outreach to the community and local high schools as well as collaboration with area four- year colleges and universities.
• Pasadena City College is respected and supported by its community.
• Pasadena City College is a world-class institution. Thirty percent of our faculty hold doctoral degrees and many of them are graduates of PCC. Many of our support staff are also graduates of PCC and four-year institutions.
• The Academic Senate, Classified Senate, and Management Association are active in the effective shared governance process of the college.

THE ASSIGNMENT: Ten Months, 100% - Tenure-track position beginning August 2015.

Thirty-four (34) hours per week consisting of a combination of in-class teaching and preparation for teaching; five and one half (5.5) hours of additional time for student conferences; and five and one half (5.5) hours for professional growth and development, College governance and other professional responsibilities. The College has two 16-week semesters and a summer intersession. The Division offers a full range of courses beginning at 7:00 a.m. and ending at 10:20 p.m. Faculty must be available to teach anytime within those hours.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and other terms of employment are competitive. Placement is on the District Contract Monthly Faculty Salary Schedule which is available on-line at http://www.pasadena. edu/hr/compensation.cfm.

Generous fringe benefits include fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and their families, and life insurance for the employee

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful completion of background and fingerprint clearance and TB screening.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States and signing of loyalty oath per government codes 3100-3109.
• Meeting applicable eligibility requirements under CalPERS or CalSTRS if you are a current or former member.
• Board of Trustees approval.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: Pasadena City College utilizes an online application process. Hard copy, e-mailed, or faxed resumes are not accepted. You can apply for a position from any computer with Internet access. All materials are submitted electronically through PCC’s Talent Applicant System (ATS) at http://www.pasadena.edu/HR/academic-jobs.cfm. Applications completed and received by February 9, 2015 will receive full consideration.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Feb. 9

Acknowledgment received:

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Rejection (no interview): (x1)

Preliminary interview scheduled: contacted 4/2/15 

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• Also posted at Community Colleges 2015
• Warning to future applicants to PCC: As of 10pm PST on 2/9 (at the latest), the link for this particular job was already gone from the HR website. So when they say the deadline is 2/9, they really mean 2/9 by a specific (undisclosed) time. Get your applications in early or you might not be able to apply at all!

Spartanburg Methodist College (SC) - TT/Full-Time English/British Literature Faculty (pref. Early British) - OFFER MADE

Full-time faculty are expected to teach, advise, serve on at least one faculty committee, and participate in professional development activities. The teaching load is five, three-credit hour courses or a combination of lab courses equivalent to fifteen credit hours each fall and spring semester. Summer teaching opportunities may be available. Certain administrative roles (ex.: Division Chair) may be granted a reduced teaching load. Tenure track is an option.

English/British Literature faculty position (1): Requires a teaching load of fifteen (15) credit hours in fall and spring semesters with advisement and committee assignments. Course offerings within the division include English Basics, composition courses, literature courses (American, British, and World) and Creative Writing. Candidates with a background in early British Literature are encouraged to apply.

Requirements: For each position, the college prefers candidates with the terminal degree in the field to be taught. The Master’s degree in the field is required. A Master’s degree with eighteen (18) graduate hours in the field may be considered. All degrees must have been earned at a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. Applications from candidates who are credentialed in more than one area are encouraged.

Application Process: Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and unofficial transcripts to Director of Human Resources, Spartanburg Methodist College, 1000 Powell Mill Road, Spartanburg, S.C. 29301. Application deadline is Friday, January 16, 2015.

Note that the College will be closed for Christmas holidays beginning December 23 and will reopen on January 5.

Job Announcement: http://www.smcsc.edu/employment-opportunities/mathematics-economics-english/

Chronicle

Deadline: Jan. 16

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• Also posted at Generalist 2015
• Has anyone heard anything from the college? I confirmed that my materials were received by HR but not a peep from them, and no answer to an inquiring e-mail.

• An offer was made on 3/6. [posted 3/10]

Sul Ross State University (TX) - TT Asst. Professor - Generalist in British Literature - POSITION FILLED

Position #15-28A Appointment: Fall, 2015

Required: Ph.D.; college or university teaching experience; commitment to teaching diverse student body essential.

Preferred: Ability to offer online web courses and distance education via interactive technology.

Responsibilities: Teaching load of four courses each semester. Generalist in British Literature but sections of composition will also be assigned. Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Position is Security Sensitive.

About Department: The College of Arts and Sciences is home to undergraduate degrees and graduate academic departments: Behavioral and Social Sciences, Biology, Computer Science and Mathematics, Earth and Physical Sciences, Fine Arts and Communications, and Languages and Literature

See: http://www.sulross.edu/section/82/arts-and-sciences

About SRSU: Sul Ross State University, located in Alpine, Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System. It is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelor's and master's degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students on campus in Alpine.

At an elevation of 4,480 feet in the scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountain State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park and Guadalupe National Park are all within one to three hours' driving distance from Alpine.

See: http://www.sulross.edu

How to Apply: Submit letter of interest, resume, contact information for three references and completed Sul Ross application to Human Resources, Sul Ross State University, Box C-13, Alpine, TX 79832. Phone (432) 837-8058; fax (432) 837-8244; e-mail humanresources@sulross.edu. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Texas Law requires a 90 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance.

http://www.sulross.edu/page/341/employment-opportunities

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Review of applications will begin 1 February 2015 and continue until the position is filled. (according to Chronicle Ad. posted 12/19/14)

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• Any news on this one?

• "POSITION FILLED" posted in header on 4/14.

Urbana University (OH) - Asst. Professor - English (Early British Literature)

Urbana University, a division of Franklin University, invites applications for a full-time faculty appointment in the Department of English beginning Fall 2015. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. at the time of the appointment. Specialization in early British literature is required, with the ability to teach the entire British tradition a plus. Secondary specialization in world literature, creative writing, or rhetoric/composition is highly desirable. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to and excellence in teaching a diverse undergraduate student population at all levels of the curriculum, including courses in first-year composition. The expected teaching load for full-time faculty members is 4/4.

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement on teaching philosophy, two sample course syllabi, and three letters of recommendation by email titled "UU English Professor" to: faculty@franklin.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Appointment begins August 15th, 2015.

About Urbana: Founded in 1850, Urbana University is a non-tenure granting institution and offers a traditional liberal arts education in a small college environment, emphasizing student learning through individual attention, excellence in instruction, career-oriented academic programs, and critical reflection on ethics and values.

Urbana is a private, not-for-profit institution located in Urbana, Ohio, on a campus that is small enough to foster close connections between faculty and students, and large enough to provide cutting-edge programs. It was the second institution of higher education in Ohio to admit women and the first in the state to offer a nontraditional degree completion program.

Our vibrant 128-acre campus in west central Ohio is a blend of modern and traditional architecture. Our campus is situated in a small town with the convenience of being less than an hour from the major metropolitan areas of Columbus and Dayton.

Urbana University students are a diverse group who hail from Ohio, the Midwest, and countries around the world.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: open until filled (posted 06/12/15)

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• Also posted at Renaissance 2015

Full-Time / Tenure-Track Jobs - PRE-MLA DEADLINES

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 SSylvester@ambrose.edu indicating “Position in English” in the subject line.

Link to Job Posting at Ambrose University website

Deadline: November 28, 2014

Acknowledgment received:

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Rejection (no interview): 1/28, by email (x1)

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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.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Aug. 28, 2014 NOTE: this position appears to have been reposted with a new deadline: (Application Deadline 9 Feb 2015) - see HigherEdJobs.com [1/8/15]

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• According to Cheyney University's HR site and the department chair, this position does not actually exist.

Dominican University of California (CA) - TT Assistant Professor of English (pref. Early British Lit.) - POSITION FILLED

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

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Nov. 1

Acknowledgment received: 3

Request for additional materials: on 12/9 - Teaching dossier, letters of recommendation and writing sample (x4)

Rejection (no interview): 3

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.):

• From Renaissance 2015: "*MLA interview scheduled via phone on 12/19 (x4)"

Rejection (after preliminary interview): x1 [posted 2/13]

Campus interview scheduled: 2/5

Rejection (after campus interview): 3/27, 4/10

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Sincere congrats to those with interviews.  As one of those who received a request for additional materials, I am curious as to whether those who noted here their rejection received a formal notice; I've heard nothing.  
• Any news about campus visits? Would like to know if I'm out of the running. (1/30)
• I also interviewed with them and haven't heard anything. I've been hesitant to email for an update, since I'm expecting bad news after this much time has passed! (1/30)
• I just finished my skype interview last week, and at that time, the committee told me that there was still one more person to interview before deliberating about campus visits. The suggested thier time line is early February for contacting people. (1/30)
• Nothing yet? (2/12)
• Does anyone know how many campus visits there were, and if an offer has been made? (3/24)
• Not sure on either front, but can say I'm still waiting, too! (3/24) **Thank you and good luck!**
• At this point, I'm assuming that they've made an offer - probably to someone who doesn't post on the wiki! Any word of mouth?
• Just learned that they've filled the position.

Fisk University (TN) - TT Assistant/Associate Professor British Literature - SEARCH SUSPENDED

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 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); after an email inquiry on 8 November, Dr. Bracks said that they will close the application request as of Monday, 10 November.

Acknowledgment received: 1

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.):

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled: [see NOTES]

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Does anyone know if this is the same position they advertised for in the spring? [11/10]

• It is, and according to a friend on the search committee, they still have all of last year's applications, too. I applied again anyway because stuff on my CV changed, but you don't have to. [11/10]
• Any news here? (1/5)
• Search chair confirmed to me in an email inquiring about the progress of the search that they "have scheduled some campus interviews." (1/19)
• Fisk is under a hiring freeze and will learn in July whether they have the funding for this position; they do have a candidate (5/12)

Grove City College (PA) - Full-Time English Professor (2 Positions - British Lit. and Global / Post-Colonial Lit.) - OFFER ACCEPTED

Grove City College is seeking candidates to fill two full-time positions in the Department of English, beginning in the fall of 2015. Successful candidates will possess a Ph.D. in English and have expertise in one or more of the following areas: British literature (including the year-long English Literature Survey), and global/post-colonial literature (including Latin American, African, and/or Asian literature). Having secondary areas of expertise in literary criticism and theory, 19th and 20th C. British novel, European novel, creative writing, or C. S. Lewis and the Inklings are a plus.

In addition, each new hire may be expected to teach one or more sections of the required general education humanities course entitled Civilization & Literature, which includes a survey of great works from each of the major periods of western civilization. Faculty members are expected to teach a 4/4 load.

The Grove City College Department of English is a robust and collegial community of readers and scholars, including over 140 undergraduate English majors. Candidates must be committed to teaching highly motivated students at a Christian liberal arts institution. Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications.

Send a current curriculum vitae, names of four references (three professional and one pastoral), copies of transcripts, and a letter of interest that includes an explanation of how your Christian faith represents a strong fit with Grove City College's unique mission as a Christian college (see http://www.gcc.edu/about/whoweare/Pages/Mission.aspx) to: Ms. Jamie N. Christy, Assistant Director of Human Resources, Grove City College, 100 Campus Drive, Grove City, PA 16127-2104 or electronically to employment@gcc.edu. Official transcripts may be requested later in the process. Completed applications should be received by December 1, 2014for full consideration. [UPDATE (11/28/14 MLA JIL): Completed applications should be received by Dec. 15, 2014 for full consideration.]

Grove City College is a private educational institution noted for its academic excellence where scholarship is informed by Christian principles. It does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex, marital status, disability, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other college-administrative programs.

HigherEdJobs.com - also posted in MLA JIL 11/28/14 (https://apply.interfolio.com/28008)

Deadline: Dec. 1 Completed applications should be received by Dec. 15, 2014 for full consideration. (per MLA JIL 11/28/14)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):  Rejection email received 1/15/15; Follow-up email received 30 min. later rescinding rejection as error. (In retrospect, I may have resorted to seppuku a little too hastily);  Un-rescinded rejection email 1/15

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): 

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled: Yes--early February. 

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted: [see NOTES]

NOTES:

• Also posted at Anglophone 2015
• Anything? Anyone? Bueller? 
• Still no word?
• I heard (word of mouth) that a candidate has accepted an offer.

Koç University (Istanbul, Turkey) - Open-Rank Position in Comparative Literature

The Department of English Language and Comparative Literature at Koç University invites applications for a full-time faculty position (open rank) beginning September 2015.

We seek a comparatist with broad training and fluency in at least two languages. Areas of specialization are open, but applicants with research expertise in one of the following areas will be given priority: 

• British/Anglophone literature (post-1700)

• German literature

• Turkish literature

The teaching load is two courses per semester, and the successful candidate is expected to pursue an active research and publishing agenda.

Located in Istanbul, Turkey, Koç University is a highly reputable, private, English-instruction university. Founded in 2007, the Department of English Language and Comparative Literature is currently expanding, and the successful candidate is also expected to contribute significantly to this growth. The department is committed to both academic excellence and diversity in both the faculty and student body. More information about Koç University is available at www.ku.edu.tr.

Interested applicants should submit the following documents electronically in PDF format to Ms. Zehra Tosun (ztosun@ku.edu.tr) with the subject line “ENCL position”:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Writing sample (no more than 30 pages)
• Summary Statement of Teaching
• Sample course syllabi
• Three letters of reference

Questions concerning the position should be directed to the search coordinator, Dr. Megan C. MacDonald (mmacdonald@ku.edsu.tr).

Chronicle (posted 11/27/14)

Deadline:

Acknowledgment received:

Request for Additional Materials:

Rejection Letter (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype ...):

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES AND QUERIES:

• Also posted at German Studies 2014-2015, Anglophone 2015, Comparative 2015 and Generalist 2015

Minnesota State University, Mankato (MN) - TT Asst. Professor, British Literature prior to 19th c. (incl. Shakespeare)

SALARY: Depends on Qualifications. OPENING DATE: 11/19/14. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Priority consideration will be given to applications received by December 22, 2014. POSITION: Tenure-Track (Probationary*). DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 17, 2015

RESPONSIBILITIES: The English Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato seeks a specialist in British literature prior to the 19th century. Responsibilities include teaching a variety of courses at the introductory, upper-level, and graduate levels, including Shakespeare, a British literature survey course, and linguistics, as well as courses in the candidate's area of specialization. In addition, candidates must be prepared to teach writing-intensive general education literature courses and composition. An ability to teach online and/or hybrid courses is desirable. Also required: continued scholarly activity, undergraduate and graduate advising, and service on department or university committees. Standard university teaching load is 24 credits per year (standard English Department load is three 4-credit courses per semester).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctorate in English or closely related field, conferred on an official transcript by August 10, 2015.
• Specialization in British literature prior to the 19th century.
• Evidence of preparation to teach British literature survey courses.
• Evidence of preparation to teach Shakespeare.
• Evidence of preparation to teach linguistics.
• Relevant scholarly activity.
• College-level teaching experience in literature and writing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to teach online or hybrid courses at the college level.
• Experience using classroom technology (e.g., course management systems).
• Record of successful workplace collaboration or other departmental, college, or university service.
• Record of successful contributions to student growth and development.
• Scholarly or research interests that will advance the mission and goals of the English department at Minnesota State University, Mankato (see http://english.mnsu.edu/mission.htm for departmental goals).
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The English Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato includes master's level programs in Creative Writing (MFA), Literature and English Studies, Technical Communication, and TESL, and undergraduate programs in the same fields, plus Humanities and English Education. There are also undergraduate minors in linguistics and film studies. The English department is also responsible for the university's large composition program and offers general education courses in literature, film, popular culture, and humanities. For further information, visit the department website at: http://english.mnsu.edu. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu.

Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website or directly at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• Statement of philosophy of teaching and research goals
• Writing sample
• Three professional letters of reference sent to the Search Committee Chair, Richard Robbins, at the address below

Contact Information: Professor Richard Robbins, Search Committee Chair, Department of English, 230 Armstrong Hall, Minnesota State University, Mankato, MN 56001-8400. E-mail inquiries: richard.robbins@mnsu.edu Phone: (507) 389-1354 TTY: (800) 627-3529 Fax: (507) 389-5362

• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Dec. 22

Acknowledgment received: by email immediately after submission

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: phone, Skype ...):

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Also posted at Renaissance 2015
• (12/22) Anyone else getting an "Oops! We're sorry!" error message when trying to access the job application?

San Diego State University (CA) - TT Assistant Professor - Critical Digital Humanities, with expertise in British Literature - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

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

Deadline: Nov. 3 2014

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.):

• From New Media and Digital Humanities 2015: "(11/24) Skype interview (x2)"

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

• From New Media and Digital Humanities 2015: "Campus interview scheduled: yes [posted 1/6/15]"

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2015

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (IN) - TT Asst. Professor of British Literature - PHONE INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College invites applications for a tenure-track position in British literature in its Department of Languages and Literature. Courses taught would include British literature and general writing courses to support the English and English Education majors. Teaching assignments will include courses on campus, online, and hybrid formats as well as advising. Detailed information about the Department and the College may be found at www.smwc.edu.

Qualifications & Experience: Requirements include a Ph.D. in British Literature, English or related area and evidence of effective college-level teaching. Demonstrated online experience, instructional technology skills and curricular development is desirable.

Salary based on qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for four references electronically to humanresources@smwc.edu or mail to Human Resources, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College; Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876. AA/EOE 

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: open until filled (posted 12/3/14)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): Phone, 1/20

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

Any updates on this search? 2/13

University of Arizona (AZ) - TT Assistant Professor, English (2 Positions; fields incl. British Literature) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

The Department of English at the University of Arizona is seeking two assistant professors in the areas of Early Modern Literature, Twentieth Century British/Postcolonial Literature, or British Literature (period open) with an interdisciplinary interest in Environment or Health.

Faculty and Students in the Department are actively involved with programs in Africana Studies, American Indian Studies, Gender and Women's Studies, LGBT Studies, Mexican American Studies, the Institute for the Environment, and the Group for Early Modern Studies. We seek candidates with strong research and teaching profiles who can contribute to both the MA/Ph.D. and undergraduate programs. The Department of English is a vibrant intellectual community with strong interdisciplinary connections across the university. Ph.D. required at time of appointment.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

Link to Apply: http://www.uacareertrack.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=214172

Deadline: Review begins on 11-24-2014 (Continues until position filled)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): MLA, 12/18 (by phone--info from Renaissance page)

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

• From Renaissance 2015: "Campus interview scheduled: 1/15 (x2)"

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Also posted at Renaissance 2015, Modern British 2015, Anglophone 2015, and Environmental 2015

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

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.

Deadline: Nov. 3

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials: 11/14, 11/18 (x3)

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): 12/15 by email for MLA

Rejection (after preliminary interview): 1/28 (very kind rejection email)

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Also posted at Generalist 2015 and American Open 2015
• This position carries a 2-2 teaching load

University of Hawaii - West Oahu (HI) - TT Assistant Professor (English, incl. British Lit.) - SKYPE INTERVIEW SCHEDULED

Title: Assistant Professor (English). Position Number: 0076314. Hiring Unit: University of Hawaii - West Oahu. Location: Kapolei. Date Posted: October 17, 2014. Closing Date: Continuous - application review begins November 30, 2014. Salary Information: Negotiable, commensurate with qualifications. Monthly Type: 9 Month Tenure Track: Tenure. Full Time/Part Time: Full Time. Temporary/Permanent: Permanent Other Conditions: To begin August 1, 2015.

Duties and Responsibilities: The University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu invites applications for an Assistant Professor with a specialty in English and/or World Literature. Responsibilities include teaching upper and lower division literature courses, including British and World Literature survey courses, special topics courses, and composition courses.

In addition to teaching within their disciplines, all faculty members at UH West O‘ahu are expected to engage in scholarly activity, participate in curriculum development, provide service to the community and their profession, teach courses using distance methods, participate in program assessment, advise students, supervise senior projects/practica, and participate in faculty governance.

Minimum Qualifications: Earned doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in English or Comparative Literature. Demonstrated excellence in teaching with at least two years of college or university teaching experience. Evidence of active research agenda and commitment to service. Literary and critical approaches to folklore. Experience working with Hawaii/Pacific Islander students.

Desirable Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to teach medieval and/or early modern literature, pre-1700, including “History of the English Language”. Demonstrated ability to teach feminist literary theory and/or queer theory. Familiarity with Native Hawaiian and/or indigenous ways of knowing as they apply to literary and composition studies. Demonstrated ability to develop courses in literature and developmental composition. Demonstrated ability to integrate web-based technology in courses and/or teach in a distance education format. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively in a multicultural setting and to teach a diverse student population.

To Apply: Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, curriculum vita, copies of transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of hire), and contact information of three professional references who are submitting confidential letters. All materials should be submitted by email as MS Word or PDF file attachments to: uhwoacad@hawaii.edu. Please be sure to include the position title and number in the subject line. Additional materials and letters of reference may be requested during the search process. Copies of selected publications and student evaluations summaries may be requested during the search process. PLEASE REDACT OUT REFERENCES TO SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS AND BIRTH DATE ON TRANSCRIPTS. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All items become the property of the University of Hawaii-West O‘ahu and will not be returned. Inquiries: Dr. Amy Nishimura; amynn@hawaii.edu

Link to Ad: http://www.pers.hawaii.edu/wuh/Jobs/NAdvert/20163

Deadline: review begins Nov. 30

Acknowledgment received: 1

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): Skype Interview [posted 2/3]

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• Also posted at Generalist 2015

University of the Incarnate Word (TX) - TT Assistant Professor in Early British Literature

Assistant Professor in Early British Literature (tenure-track, 4-4 load) beginning August 2015. Successful candidate will teach English core courses and courses in Early British Literature. We prefer candidates in Early British Literature with preparation in and experience teaching Classical to Renaissance literatures.

UIW Mission: The University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self realization, and the common good.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assistant Professor in Early British Literature (tenure-track, 4-4 load) beginning August 2015. Successful candidate will teach English core courses and courses in Early British Literature. We prefer candidates in Early British Literature with preparation in and experience teaching Classical to Renaissance literatures.

Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

Required Education: Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Early British Literature by August 9, 2015.

Required Experience: The successful candidate must provide evidence of successful teaching at the college level. The successful candidate must provide evidence of scholarship in Early British Literature.

Preferred Qualifications: We prefer candidates with preparation in and experience teaching Classical to Renaissance literatures.

Complete the UIW online faculty application. In order to be considered a candidate, upload (1) an electronic letter of application, (2) a current CV (with the names and contact information for three current references), and (3) a copy of each transcript. Official transcripts, letters of reference, and other support materials may be requested at a later date. Review of applications begins immediately. Employment is contingent on a successful background check.  

Quicklink for Posting: http://jobs.uiw.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54451

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: open until filled (posted 10/07/14, reposted 11/10/14)

Acknowledgment received:

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.):

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled:

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:

NOTES:

• I just saw that this was reposted on HigherEdJobs.com on 11/10. I wonder if that means the applications from earlier have been rejected. [11/12]
• Doubt it. A lot of other previously-advertised positions have suddenly popped up again on HEJ. Most likely some glitch in the HEJ system. Wouldn't read too much into it. [11/12]

University of Montana Western (MT) - Assistant Professor of English, British Literature (18th to 21st century) - OFFER ACCEPTED

Assistant Professor of English. Department: English

Position: Full-time, 10-month position Wage: Negotiable, range established the Collective Bargaining Agreement ($40,000 to $56,000). Union Affiliation: MEA/MFT

Posting Date: October 2014

Description: The English department at the University of Montana Western invites applications for an assistant professor position (three, four-credit courses per semester). Teaching responsibilities will include British literature surveys and seminars (18th to 21st century), literary theory, first-year composition and other general education classes as assigned. Other responsibilities include scholarly activity, participating in campus committees, attending faculty meetings, and, after the first year, student advising and assisting with student recruitment.

Since 2005, the University of Montana Western has been the only publicly funded, four-year baccalaureate degree granting university to operate fully on a block schedule. Each semester, students enroll in a full-time load of four classes that they take once at a time for three hours per day for 18 days. Experiential learning, in the sense that it is the authentic practice of a given academic discipline, is emphasized at UMW.

Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in English, specializing in British literature (18th to 21st century). Secondary specialties in literary theory and/or world literature also desirable.
• Innovation and excellence in postsecondary teaching along with proven experience teaching a variety of courses from first-year composition to upper-division literature.
• A commitment to create an experience-centered learning environment in the block format with special attention to first-generation college students.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity (or potential for such productivity) in the area of specialty.

Application: Interested applicants should send a complete application to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Shane Borrowman at shane.borrowman@umwestern.edu. Review of applications will begin on Dec. 1, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. The start date for the position is Aug. 1, 2015.

A complete application includes: 1. A current curriculum vita 2. Unofficial academic transcripts that verify the required degree qualifications (official transcripts will be required at the time of hire) 3. A well-composed and concise teaching statement (two pages, single-spaced maximum) that illustrates how the candidate meets or exceeds the qualifications for the position listed above. 4. A list of three current professional references and their telephone and e-mail contact information. These references should be able to speak frankly to the candidate's qualifications for this position.

The University and Dillon Area: The University of Montana Western, located in Dillon, Mont., is an innovative institution nestled in a scenic valley in the Rocky Mountains of southwestern Montana. The current campus student headcount is 1,447 and the Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) for student enrollment is approximately 1,392.

Montana Western has over 60 FTE faculty members, features small classes for all students and has been recognized for excellence by U.S. News and World Report. Montana Western's small size and focus on education innovation have earned it the reputation of being a place where faculty and staff chose to collegially and creatively make a difference in the education of students. Montana Western is the first and only public four-year college in the nation to use block scheduling in which students take a single class at a time. This immersion learning program facilitates increased opportunities for experiential types of learning.

The mission of the University of Montana Western is to provide innovative interdisciplinary education through experiential learning that combines theory and practice. Montana Western services citizens of all ages with its academic, community service, and lifelong-learning programs. As part of the global community, Montana Western encourages diversity, international awareness, environmental responsibility, and mastery of technology as a gateway to the world.  Dillon, a community of 5,000 people, is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities and an excellent quality of life.

The University of Montana Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities. Qualified candidates may request veterans, or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. Finalists for this position will be subject to a criminal background investigation.

HigherEdJobs.com

Deadline: Dec. 1

Acknowledgment received: 11/13/14 by letter, 11/29

Request for additional materials:

Rejection (no interview):

Preliminary interview scheduled (please specify: MLA, phone, Skype, etc.): Skype, 12/22 x2

Rejection (after preliminary interview):

Campus interview scheduled: 1/22 x2

Rejection (after campus interview):

Offer made:

Offer accepted:2/25

NOTES:  

• VAP inside higher @ Montana Western 
• Inside hire?
• Not an inside hire.

University of Texas El Paso (TX) - Advanced Asst. or Assoc. Professor (British Lit.) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED

The University of Texas at El Paso Department of English invites applications for an Advanced Assistant or Associate Professor (British literature), beginning September 1, 2015. Primary responsibilities will be in the undergraduate and M.A. programs in English and American Literature. We are especially interested in candidates with established records of teaching and scholarship in their primary literary disciplines who can also develop courses in global humanities (transnational/comparative approaches to literature), poetry as a genre and religious studies. Ph.D. in literature, substantial record of research and publication, and teaching excellence required. The Literature program is the largest unit in a collegial and supportive department that also includes B.A. and M.A.T. programs in English Education and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Writing Studies.

For more information, please consult the full posting on the UTEP website:

http://admin.utep.edu/DesktopModules/DNN%20Faculty%20Job%20Board/MoreInfoJob.aspx?Mid=32087&ItemID=941

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of interest and CV to: Dr. Tom Schmid, Director of Literature and Search Committee Chair: englishlit@utep.edu

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Visiting Positions / Limited-Term Appointments

Christian Brothers University (TN) - Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor of English, One-Year, Non-Renewable (British Lit - pref. 18th c.)

Position: Visiting Instructor of English or Visiting Assistant Professor of English, One-Year, Non-Renewable Department: Literature and Languages Reports To: Chair, Department of Literature and Languages Post Date: June, 2, 2015

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by June 15, 2015.

Job Purpose:

Teach undergraduate courses in English, especially courses in British Literature and First-Year Composition. Course load is 12 credit hours per semester.

Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions): • Teach undergraduate courses in First-Year Composition • Teach undergraduate course in British Literature • Full participation in the department and university

Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions): • Attend department and school meetings • Attend Faculty Assembly meetings • Attend CBU Community Convocation

Job Qualifications and Requirements: • PhD in English preferred. Ph.D. required for consideration for Visiting Assistant Professorship. Special consideration will be given to applicants who can teach 18th Century British Literature. • Letter of application and CV • Evidence of excellence in teaching • Three letters of reference

Christian Brothers University: CBU is a private, Catholic comprehensive university committed to preparing students of all faiths and backgrounds to excel in their professional and public lives by providing challenging educational opportunities in the arts, business, engineering, the sciences, and teacher education.

EEO/AA Policy: All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, U.S. citizens and permanent residents will be considered first for the position. All applications must state whether the applicant in a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. CBU is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff.

To Apply: Qualified individuals should send cover letter and resume salary requirements to hrjobs@cbu.edu or apply online now . Christian Brothers University offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment, regardless of sex, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin or disability.

LINK to APPLY: http://www.cbu.edu/job-opening-visiting-instructor-or-visiting-assistant-professor-of-english

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• Also posted at Restoration/18th-Century 2015

Emerson College (MA) - Scholar-in-Residence positions - British Literature & Global English and Literary Foundations & Early Modern Literatures (1 Year)

The Department of Writing, Literature and Publishing invites applications for two one-year appointments as Scholar-in-Residence in Literature. One position will focus on British Literature and Global English; the second position will focus on Literary Foundations and Early Modern Literatures. Both appointments begin September 1, 2015.

Primary Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks

The British Literature and Global English position will teach three courses each semester including courses fulfilling the college-wide literature requirement. Teaching responsibilities include introductory classes on British literature, which must cover at least three genres, and topics classes in Global English (postcolonial, transnational, historical and/or contemporary) depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.

The Literary Foundations and Early Modern Literatures position will teach two courses each semester in the WLP department and one course each semester in the yearlong first year honors seminar. Teaching responsibilities include introductory classes on literary foundations, which must cover at least three genres, and topics classes in Early Modern Literatures (comparative pre-eighteenth century world literature) depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.

Diversity Statement

Emerson College is committed to an active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity—in people, in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in the college’s intellectual, social, cultural, and geographical communities. Emerson endorses a framework of inclusive excellence, which recognizes that institutional excellence comes from fully engaging with diversity in all aspects of institutional activities.

Special Instructions to Applicants The ideal candidate will have a PhD (or near completion) and have significant experience teaching literature at the college level.

Please submit a letter of application, current curriculum vita, and the names and contact information for three references.

The Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing is a vibrant and engaged community of scholars, writers, and designers with over 100 full- and part-time faculty members, 550 undergraduate majors, and 250 graduate students in the Creative Writing MFA program and Publishing MA program.

Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. It is located in Boston’s Literary Cultural District in the dynamic multi-cultural city of Boston in close proximity to major publishing houses, arts institutions, and research centers. The college enrolls 3,662 undergraduate students and 830 graduate students from 75 countries and all 50 states.

https://emerson.peopleadmin.com/postings/9081

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• Also posted at Renaissance 2015 and Anglophone 2015
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Eureka College (IL) - Visiting Assistant Professor of British Literature (pre-19th c.)

Position— a one-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of British Literature starting Fall 2015. The successful candidate may also be eligible to apply for a possible tenure track position that is pending approval to begin Fall of 2016.

The College— Eureka is a small residential liberal arts college located in rural Illinois. Eureka currently has almost 700 students enrolled in 30 degree programs. It is associated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). For more information about the College, please visit http://www.eureka.edu.

Position Requirements: Eureka College invites applications for a one-year appointment in British Literature; specialization in area before the 19th century is preferred. The normal teaching load is four courses (12 semester hours) per semester. All department members are expected to teach up to half of their load in freshman and junior composition courses. The candidate must possess a Ph.D. by August 15, 2015; teaching experience at a residential liberal arts college preferred. For more details about the position, see the posting on the College website employment section.

Applications Materials— Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements which address your approach to teaching in a liberal-arts environment and your expectations for further scholarly research and development, and have three letters of reference sent to employment@eureka.edu (please put British Literature Position in subject heading). Questions about the position should be directed to the Provost Office, at provost@eureka.edu.

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within its administration, faculty, staff, and students.

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University of Denver (CO) - Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor in British Literature

The Department of English at the University of Denver has twenty-one full-time faculty members, offering courses in British, American, and World literatures. Our undergraduate major includes concentrations in Literary Studies, Textual Studies, English Education, and Creative Writing. We also offer the M.A. and Ph.D. with concentrations in Literary Studies, Creative Writing, and Rhetoric and Theory. The Department of English at the University of Denver is seeking a one-year, non-tenure track Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor in British Literature. Candidates will carry an 8-course load over the academic year and must be able to design and teach courses in the university's Common Curriculum, including Advanced Seminars. Other teaching will include introductory and advanced courses in British Literature from 1800-present. Required Education and Qualifications: Ph.D. in British Literature at time of appointment Specialization in British Literature Demonstrated university teaching experience Required Education and Qualifications: Publication in the field of British Literature. Experience teaching undergraduate students in introductory and advanced English courses Instructions to Candidates: Candidates must apply online through http://www.dujobs.org (or via the links below) to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Once within the job description online, please click New Resume/CV at the bottom of the page to begin application. Please attach a cover letter and C.V. to your online application. Please have 3 letters of recommendation sent by the recommendation writer to Linda Bensel-Meyers, Chair, Department of English, linda.bensel-meyers@du.edu or 2000 E. Asbury Avenue, University of Denver, Denver, CO 80208. If you have questions regarding this position please contact: Karla Heeps, 303-871-2266. The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, people of color, members of the LBGT community, people with disabilities, and veterans. DU is an EEO/AA employer. Please see our extensive benefit package at http://www.du.edu/hr/benefits.

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Washington and Lee University (VA) - Visiting Assistant Professor of English (British and World Literature / Film)

One-year position beginning fall 2015 in British and World literature and/or film. Position includes six courses: two writing seminars on a topic of the candidate’s choosing; three general education courses; and one advanced course for English majors.

Essential and Related Functions: Potential topics might include Introduction to Film, Gothic Literature, Reading Gender, and others based on the successful candidate’s interests and expertise.

Posting Date: 03/10/2015

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a letter of application and CV to Sandra O’Connell at oconnells@wlu.edu.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with interviews by Skype, until the position is filled.

Quick Link: http://jobs.wlu.edu:80/postings/2346

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• Also posted at Generalist 2015