Assistant Professor of English

The Department of English at Morehouse College seeks to fill a full-time position starting in Fall 2024. This tenure-track assistant professor will have primary responsibility for teaching freshman composition (English 101 and 102) as well as teaching courses required for the English major. We are seeking a specialist in Victorian literature. In all courses, the faculty member will be asked to provide classroom instruction that incorporates concern for issues of social and racial justice. The Department of English is a collegial department with strong service and research expectations. Candidates who apply are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish curricular goals. The successful candidate will be expected to support the College’s general education curriculum. The minimum qualification for the position is a PhD in English. Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research agenda, contact information for three professional references, and a statement identifying strengths, experiences, and philosophical approach in assisting Black men and men of color from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish academic goals. Applications should be submitted by December 1, 2023, through People Admin: https://morehouse.peopleadmin.com/postings/8375. Questions should be directed to Sean Burnett (EnglishFacultySearch@morehouse.edu). Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.