Open Faculty Rank- English

Open Faculty Rank- English

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedOpen Faculty Rank- Englishat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Department of English at Wayne State University in Detroit invites applications for an open rank tenure-track position specializing in the literatures and cultures of the Early Black Atlantic, beginning on August 18. 2026. We seek innovative researchers and educators [HF1] trained in Black Studies methodologies and paradigms with a focus on Black Atlantic literatures and cultures from the long eighteenth century and/or nineteenth century. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated track record of excellence in research and teaching and be prepared to develop courses that expand the Department's undergraduate and graduate curricula. Teaching will also include mentorship of MA and PhD students.

This position is one of several searches underway in connection with the Black Studies Faculty Enhancement Initiative sponsored by the Mellon Foundation and Wayne State University. Components of the program include structured mentoring, resources for the establishment of an independent research program, and the support of a community committed to higher education. The faculty member will be expected to contribute to the Detroit Center for Black Studies in their teaching, research, and service.

Qualifications:

The candidate should have completed a PhD in English or Black Studies by the time of appointment.

Applicants must submit the following materials to the online hiring system:

CV

Cover letter (please include description of research agenda)

Writing sample (25 pages maximum)

Contact information for three references

Teaching portfolio (20 pages maximum that includes a statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, and if available, student or faculty evaluations of teaching)

Application review will begin on February 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries should be directed to the Department Chair, Dr. Jaime Goodrich, at englishchair@wayne.edu.

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H0307 - English

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary minimum: TBD
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.