Assistant Professor of Children's and Young Adult Literature

The Department of English at the University of South Carolina invites applications for a full- time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Children’s and Young Adult Literature with expertise in African American, Latinx, and/or multi-cultural literature. Candidates must have a PhD in English, American Studies, or other fields related to the study of children’s and YA literature at time of appointment (August 16, 2022); demonstrated engagement in the field through doctoral course work and/or publications, conference presentations, or other professional activity; and potential for excellence in research and teaching, including the ability to offer core survey courses in children’s/YA literature, as well as special topics and graduate courses. The teaching load in English is typically 2/2.

All applicants must complete an online application at: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/105961. Applicants must submit a letter of application, CV, writing sample, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and email addresses of three reviewers (who will be prompted to submit letters of recommendation directly). Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the search may be directed to the search committee chair, Dianne Johnson- Feelings, dianne@sc.edu.

The University of South Carolina’s flagship campus in Columbia is a Research 1 University, classified by the Carnegie Foundation as one of only 94 public and 37 private institutions of higher education with “very high research activity” and a strong focus on community engagement. The University offers more than 320 degree programs and houses a nationally- ranked library system with exceptional holdings in children’s literature. These include the Augusta Baker Collection of African American Children’s Literature and the Greta D. Little and Joel Myerson Collection of Multi-Cultural Children’s Literature and Folklore, as well as a nationally acclaimed comics collection. With over 35,000 students on the main campus and more than 51,000 students system-wide, the University serves a diverse population from across the state and beyond it. The city of Columbia, the state capital, is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Places to Live in the U.S. and is close to mountains and the coast.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and a continuous process of improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.


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