ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH, RHETORIC AND WRITING (TENURE TRACK)

The Department of English, Rhetoric, and Writing at Berry College seeks a teacher-scholar-mentor who will engage our students in the study of Global Literature in English with expertise in either postcolonial, diasporic, or indigenous studies. Additional expertise in global modernism is desirable but not required. We welcome interest in interdisciplinary fields such as health humanities, digital humanities, environmental humanities, and/or narrative studies. The candidate will be committed to our mission of cultivating astute, creative, and sensitive readers and writers who understand the power and complexity of literature as an artistic expression of human experiences. They also will demonstrate aptitude and enthusiasm for teaching in a liberal arts environment, including teaching first-year writing, and a genuine commitment to mentoring and guiding students. The position starts in August 2025.

The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant department housed in the Evans School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. The department is collegial, supportive, and committed to the success of our students, providing a range of courses and approaches to literature, both traditional and innovative. Faculty at Berry have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities. Our faculty engage with students in and out of the classroom to develop meaningful mentoring relationships such as employing students as research assistants through the college's LifeWorks program, guiding them in undergraduate research, and coaching them in the development of their capstone portfolios.

We are especially interested in candidates whose teaching and scholarship are aligned with and will advance the department's work in fostering diversity in the college's curriculum and promoting our values of inclusion, empathy, and respect for and service to others. These departmental values align with the college's commitment to a Culture of Belonging.

REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in English or a closely related field, and candidates who are currently ABD should earn their Ph.D. by the date of employment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

ABOUT BERRY

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities." Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.

COLLEGE COMMITMENTS

Berry College is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity institution, Berry complies with all applicable laws and provisions prohibiting discrimination in its educational and employment policies. Berry respects the essential dignity of all individuals and accordingly hires and promotes employees without regard to matters of personal identity such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and political affiliation. Berry College is committed to ensuring facilities, programs, services, and activities are accessible to everyone, including those seeking employment at Berry College. Inquiries about interviews or workplace accommodations are welcomed. You can reach out to us at employment@berry.edu, or (706) 233-4062.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should submit a letter of application describing the candidate's interest in this position, commitment to the Berry mission, and to inclusive teaching and learning; a curriculum vitae; a teaching statement that should articulate the candidate's teaching approach, experience, and goals; a statement of research plans; unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts; and names and contact information of three references.

The review of applications will begin on October 11 and continue until the position is filled.

Specific questions about the position may be sent directly to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Jim Watkins at jwatkins@berry.edu.