Assistant Professor, Global Anglophone Literature, 1900-Present-English Department

Assistant Professor, Global Anglophone Literature, 1900-Present-English Department

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The English Department of Hunter College, City University of New York invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Global Anglophone Literature (1900-present) to begin Fall 2025. Areas of specialization may include postcolonial, comparative, and transnational approaches. We seek dynamic researchers and educators who will contribute to the life of the department and take an active role in shaping the future of course offerings in twentieth-century and contemporary literature, from required courses like ENGL 317, “Topics in Non-European Literary Traditions,” to more specialized courses at the 300- and 400-level and in our M.A. program based on the candidate’s specialized interests.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach three courses per semester at the advanced undergraduate or graduate level, pursue original scholarly research in their field, and participate in the administrative life of the department and the college.

Hunter College is the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY). Founded in 1870, it is also one of the oldest public colleges in the country. More than 23,000 students currently attend Hunter, pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 170 areas of study. Hunter College’s English Department offers undergraduate and graduate courses in British, American, postcolonial and global literatures; literary theory and criticism; rhetoric, composition and linguistics; and creative writing. Our students and faculty come from diverse backgrounds and bring unique life experiences into our classrooms. The department is committed to an active engagement with the community at large, and embraces equity, inclusiveness, and global awareness in all dimensions of our 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.

COMPENSATION

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.

Assistant Professor ($75,465-$99,532)

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should provide the following by November 15, 2024:

• cover letter, discussing research interests and teaching experience
• curriculum vitae
• list of three recommenders’ names, affiliations, and ranks
• dissertation or book abstract (1,000 words or less)

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website (www.cuny.edu/employment). To search for this vacancy, click on SEARCH ALL POSTINGS and in the SEARCH JOBS field, enter the Job Opening ID number 29099.

Click on the APPLY NOW button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.

Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Note, the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, or .rtf format- and the name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters. Finally, DO NOT USE SYMBOLS such as accents in filenames (e.g., é, è, â, î, ô, ñ, ü, ï , –, _ or ç).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on November 15, 2024. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing– until the position is

filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.

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

29099

Location

Hunter College

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