Assistant Professor of English - Tenure Track

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student's education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The University of Mount Saint Vincent seeks a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of English, specializing in African-American and/or the Literature of the Americas, to start in Fall 2025 . Candidate must have a strong student-centered focus, a sincere and serious commitment to undergraduate education and to teaching freshman composition and introductory literature courses in addition to those in area of specialization.

Responsibilities include teaching seven courses annually, advising and mentoring students, engaging in scholarly work, and participating in service activities such as university-wide and departmental committees. The ideal candidate will be a generalist in American Literature with a background in writing instruction, and a passion for teaching both literature and composition courses.

Requirements

• PhD in English
• Strong interpersonal, public speaking and writing skills
• Past experience with teaching students or in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems, and work independently
• Ability to represent the College in a professional manner
• Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion
• Ability to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff and leadership

Benefits

The allotted salary range for this position is $68,000 to $70,000

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Contribution in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualification

Doctorate