Assistant Professor of Early American Literature Job at Appalachian State University, Boone, NC

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  • Appalachian State University
  • Boone, NC

Job Description

Assistant Professor of Early American Literature

Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Department: English - 250200

Minimum Qualifications
A PhD in English, Comparative Literature, or closely related field.

ABD candidates will be considered, but must have completed their degree by the date of hire.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)
The Department of English at Appalachian State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in American Literature (from beginnings until 1865) at the rank of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2025.

Candidates who can demonstrate one or more of the following attributes are desired:
  • Experience teaching American Literature courses


We also welcome a wide range of secondary interests such as transatlantic studies, world literature, digital humanities, and ecocritical studies.

  • Evidence of successful teaching
  • Ability to diversify pedagogies to support students of all backgrounds and learning styles.


We seek a faculty member committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching with the ability to teach introductory as well as major-specific and graduate courses.

License/Certification Required
N/A

Description of the Department or Unit
The English department is home to a thriving major with multiple undergraduate programs, including Creative Writing, Film, English Education, Literary Studies, and Rhetoric and Technical Writing, and an M.A.program with concentrations in Literary Studies, Rhetoric and Composition, and Teaching Literature and Writing.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This position is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position. Teaching load is 3/3 provided faculty produce at least 2 peer-reviewed publications (or equivalent) every 3 years. Service expectations include advising students, participating in committee work, and other related service activities.

Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2025
Suggested Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins: 11/19/2024

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Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

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