Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Visiting Assistant Professor of English

Position details:

The English, Creative Writing, and Communication Studies Department at Coe College invites applications for a two-year, full-time visiting appointment in twentieth- and twenty-first-century Global Anglophone literature to begin August 2027. We seek candidates committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching who can expand our English course offerings as well as support global and interdisciplinary initiatives at the college. Expertise in ethnic American literatures, human rights and literature, or environmental humanities is welcome. The successful candidate will design and teach courses ranging from introductory literature courses to upper-level courses and seminars. The teaching load is six courses per year. This position may be eligible for conversion to a tenure-stream position after two years.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in English or closely related field in hand by August 2027.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in the classroom.
• Evidence of active research agenda and potential for successful scholarly engagement.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Successful completion of a background check in accordance with Coe College policy.

Application Instructions:

Applications received before November 13, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Please submit the following materials at the link below or online at https://www.coe.edu/why-coe/discover-coe/human-resources/careers/employment-opportunities

• letter of application
• curriculum vitae
• statement of teaching philosophy, with a list of three courses you are prepared to teach at Coe appended to it
• unofficial graduate transcripts
• three letters of recommendation (see note below)

Applicants should submit their materials via the link above and have letters of recommendation sent directly to the Office of the Provost at provost@coe.edu. Applications will be complete only when all materials, including letters of recommendation, have been received.

Coe is committed to fostering a multicultural environment and encourages applications from individuals who will help fulfill that goal. Coe College is an equal opportunity employer.