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Assistant Professor – English Department
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The English program is designed to develop and strengthen student skills in both written and spoken language. Emphasis is given to the essentials of English, the nature of the language, writing as communication, and imaginative literature as a vitalizing and humanizing experience. By providing all students with a solid foundation in reading, composition, and critical thinking, English Department courses help students achieve college-level proficiency by enabling them to use language as a tool for expressing ideas, thinking analytically and creatively in academic and career contexts, and read literature with sensitivity and enjoyment. The specific goals of the English Department are, first, to further develop students’ language and literary skills; second, to give students a liberal arts perspective through the offering of electives; and third, to contribute to the transfer process by offering courses accredited in other institutions. Students are required to demonstrate their achievement of course objectives through essays, research assignments, and other assessment measures.
The English Department at Eugenio María de Hostos Community College of The City University of New York invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to teach composition, literature, and developmental reading and writing; to conduct scholarly research; to advise students; and to share responsibility for committee and departmental assignments. Responsibilities also include additional administrative and supervisory functions as needed. Essential functions require on campus presence/in-person work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
The following qualifications are preferred:
- College-level teaching experience in composition and/or literature at the community college or 4-year level
- Demonstrated scholarship or achievement
- Availability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekend hours
COMPENSATION
$75,667 – $82,928; Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select “Apply Now” and provide the requested information.
Please attach CV, cover letter, and 1-page statement of teaching philosophy.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled with review of applications to begin November 1, 2024
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
29147
Location
Hostos Community College
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