Assistant Teaching Professor in Literature pre-1800

The English Department at Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore is seeking an Assistant Teaching Professor for pre-1800 literature. At present this is a one-year position. Area of interest is open (medieval, pre-modern, the long eighteenth century). Candidate should be able to teach both upper-division courses in their field of specialization for undergraduate majors and required introductory core curriculum courses for all undergraduates. The search committee is especially interested in faculty with an interest and/or evidence of deploying high impact teaching practices. Faculty responsibilities include teaching 4 undergraduate courses each semester (about 100 students total) and participating in English department activities. The salary is $50,000/year and includes health insurance benefits.

Loyola seeks a broad spectrum of candidates, including but not limited to women, people of color, persons with disabilities, sexual minorities, first-generation college students, those with non-traditional career paths, and those who understand, respect, and can actively contribute to the University's Jesuit mission and values. For more information about our values please visit: https://www.loyola.edu/about/mission

With a newly established Office of Equity and Inclusion headed by our Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, we are committed to providing an environment where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive. Key efforts include faculty development programming, opportunities for learning (e.g., Diversity Reading Groups), investment in pedagogical resources for differential instruction (e.g., Fellows Programs), affinity faculty and staff groups, and following best-practices for hiring. For a full list of benefits to working at Loyola University Maryland, please visit https://www.loyola.edu/department/hr/benefits.

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