ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH - LATINX LITERATURES AND CULTURES

MILLERSVILLE UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH
LATINX LITERATURES AND CULTURES

 
The Department of English at Millersville University seeks an Assistant Professor of English with a focus in Latinx literatures and cultures. The successful candidate is required to have a Ph.D. in English or Comparative Literature (or related discipline), or ABD with Ph.D. by time of appointment, with a focus in Latinx literatures and cultures or related field, and with academic expertise not only in the U.S. Latinx literatures and cultures but also in literatures and cultures of Latin America and/or the Caribbean. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs. Four courses per semester, with potential for summer teaching.  Current needs exist in both traditional and online learning environments. Highly regarded for its instructional quality, focus on engaged learning  (through undergraduate research, internships, study abroad, living-learning communities and civic and community engagement), and strong commitment to diversity, MU is a learner-focused institution located in historic Lancaster County, known for its excellent schools, vibrant arts community, affordability and proximity to Baltimore, Philadelphia and NYC.  MU enrolls about 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students.  We seek individuals who embrace our public mission and EPPIIC Values of exploration, professionalism, integrity, inclusion, and compassion. Additional information about the English program can be found at https://www.millersville.edu/english/index.php.   For a complete position description, a list of qualifications and how to apply, go to http://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/7365 and create a faculty application.  Full consideration given to completed applications received by November 15, 2019.  An EO/AA/ADA Employer.