Assistant Professor of English (African American Literature)
- Employer
- Sam Houston State University
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 26, 2022
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Education, Curriculum & Instruction, Humanities, English & Literature, Ethnic & Multicultural Studies, Foreign Languages & Literatures, Other Humanities
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant Professor of English (African American Literature) Requisition 202200129F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of English Open Date 09/26/2022 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/32848
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name Dr. Audrey Murfin Title
Associate Professor
Search Committee Chair
Box 2146
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1434 Contact Email murfin@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Sam Houston State University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in 20th and 21st-century African American Literature and Culture or African Diasporic Literature to begin in the Fall of 2023. We especially welcome applications from those whose research focuses on literature written after 1945.
The chosen candidate will teach three courses per semester (face-to-face and online) that include all levels of undergraduate and M.A. courses in African American literature, surveys of American literature, world literature, and freshman composition. Other required activities include: Cultivating and maintaining an active research agenda, supporting the department, college and university through service, actively engaging in recruitment and curriculum development. Educational Requirements for the Position
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. by August 21, 2023 in English or a closely related discipline. Experience Required for the Position
An active research agenda in African American or African diasporic literature, a record of experience in college-level teaching, and evidence of excellent communication skills. Other Requirements for the Position
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Sam Houston State University is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the academic community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The college welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. Special Instructions Summary
Candidates should submit a letter, a CV, unofficial transcripts, a list of references, and a diversity and inclusion statement that addresses the candidate’s qualifications and strategy for engaging all students at SHSU . Candidates who are ABD must also submit a letter from their supervisor stating that the Ph.D. will be complete before the start date of the position.
Candidates who advance to the next stage of the application process will submit letters of recommendation and official transcripts.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Open Until Filled Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant Professor of English (African American Literature) Requisition 202200129F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of English Open Date 09/26/2022 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/32848
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name Dr. Audrey Murfin Title
Associate Professor
Search Committee Chair
Box 2146
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1434 Contact Email murfin@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Sam Houston State University seeks a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in 20th and 21st-century African American Literature and Culture or African Diasporic Literature to begin in the Fall of 2023. We especially welcome applications from those whose research focuses on literature written after 1945.
The chosen candidate will teach three courses per semester (face-to-face and online) that include all levels of undergraduate and M.A. courses in African American literature, surveys of American literature, world literature, and freshman composition. Other required activities include: Cultivating and maintaining an active research agenda, supporting the department, college and university through service, actively engaging in recruitment and curriculum development. Educational Requirements for the Position
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. by August 21, 2023 in English or a closely related discipline. Experience Required for the Position
An active research agenda in African American or African diasporic literature, a record of experience in college-level teaching, and evidence of excellent communication skills. Other Requirements for the Position
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Sam Houston State University is strongly committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. All members of the academic community share a responsibility for developing and maintaining an environment in which differences are valued and inclusiveness is practiced. The college welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. Special Instructions Summary
Candidates should submit a letter, a CV, unofficial transcripts, a list of references, and a diversity and inclusion statement that addresses the candidate’s qualifications and strategy for engaging all students at SHSU . Candidates who are ABD must also submit a letter from their supervisor stating that the Ph.D. will be complete before the start date of the position.
Candidates who advance to the next stage of the application process will submit letters of recommendation and official transcripts.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Open Until Filled Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this position?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
- TWC - Work in Texas
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed Jobs
- HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- SHSU Website
- SHSU Employee
- SHSU Recruiter
- Other
- If your response to the question above was 'Other' please
indicate from what source.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Reference Contact Information
- Transcripts
- Diversity & Inclusion Statement
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