Position Information
The Department of English Philosophy and Modern Languages invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of English Literature with specialization in Global Literatures Comparative Literature or Transnational Literatures preferably with a focus on indigenous literature to begin Fall 2026.
The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in world literature and multicultural literature with the possibility of teaching other writing and literature courses during the academic year. Opportunities to develop additional courses in the candidates specialty area exist. Other expected duties include advising students, service to the department, college, and/or university committees, contributions to the departments ongoing assessment and curricular needs, and an active research presentation and publication agenda.
The teaching load for an Assistant Professor at MSUB is 21 credits for the academic year. Summer teaching opportunities are available but are not required.
Faculty Tenure Track Yes Faculty Rank Tenure Track Assistant Professor - English Philosophy & Modern Languages Position Number 6A0113 Department Eng Phil & Mod Languages Division College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Appointment Type Faculty Contract Type MUS If other please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details
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Duties and Responsibilities
The Department of English Philosophy and Modern Languages invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of English Literature with specialization in Global Literatures Comparative Literature or Transnational Literatures preferably with a focus on indigenous literature to begin Fall 2026.
The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in world literature and multicultural literature with the possibility of teaching other writing and literature courses during the academic year. Opportunities to develop additional courses in the candidates specialty area exist. Other expected duties include advising students, service to the department, college, and/or university committees, contributions to the departments ongoing assessment and curricular needs, and an active research presentation and publication agenda.
The teaching load for an Assistant Professor at MSUB is 21 credits for the academic year. Summer teaching opportunities are available but are not required.
Required Qualifications
• Experience • Education • Knowledge & Skills PhD in Transnational Literatures, Comparative Literature, Post-Colonial Literature, Global Literatures, Global Anglophone Literatures, or related field Appropriate background in the needed areas of specialization Ability and interest in undergraduate teaching Experience with and commitment to working with diverse student populations Ability and willingness to develop and teach sections/courses within multiple modalities
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience • Education • Knowledge & Skills Focus on Indigenous literature Academic background and teaching experience in composition, writing Experience in teaching environmental literature or technical writing Experience with program assessment Willingness to grow the English program
Special Requirements
Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website. This position is not eligible for NEW sponsorship.
Physical Demands
The Program
The Department
The mission of the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences is to serve the educational needs of the people of Montana through academic programs leading to Baccalaureate Degrees in the liberal arts and social sciences, selected graduate programs leading to a Masters Degree, General Education courses providing a foundation of liberal education to all students at MSU Billings, selected pre-professional programs, and various graduate continuing education and non-conventional learning opportunities consistent with the mission of the University.
Through these learning experiences, the College seeks to provide knowledge and cultivate skills to allow a student to select realistic future directions for study and/or employment. With its inherent diversity, the College is an intellectual and cultural resource for all students, faculty, and staff of the University and for the community and region.
Information about the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences can be found at https://www.msubillings.edu/classindex.htm.
About Montana State University Billings
Montana State University Billings is the third-largest University in Montana and is located in Montanas largest city. The University has five colleges through which it serves a diverse student body and a broad regional community. Our staff and faculty strive to transform the lives of our students by empowering them to succeed in achieving their educational and life goals.
To give our students the best possible path to success in achieving their goals, we are committed to closing equity gaps via our recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives. MSUB faculty and students are also active in scholarship and creative endeavors on state-wide, national, and international stages. Our programs are responsive to community needs and partner with local and regional entities to provide clinical internship and experiential learning opportunities to our students.
MSUB is an innovator in teaching strategies and modalities that accommodate students individual learning needs and busy lifestyles. Interested individuals can obtain more information about Montana State University Billings at https://www.msubillings.edu.
This position has supervisory duties.
No Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number FAC - VA - 2600006P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08012026 Position End Date if temporary Open Date 11192025 Close Date 02282026 Open until filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.
Quick Link for Internal Postings http://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7561
Diversity Statement
Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities, nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services as defined in state and federal law, veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference.
In support of the Universitys mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.
To claim veterans preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.
MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humreseeos.htm