Assistant Professor Of English / Composition

Lakeland University, an independent liberal arts institution located in east central Wisconsin, invites applications from a diverse group of qualified candidates for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of English to begin August 2024. Lakeland seeks a candidate committed to serving a diverse student community. The successful candidate will teach courses in English, composition, and interdisciplinary studies, as well as advise students, serve on institutional and/or faculty committees, and participate in ongoing professional development.
This is a full-time (9-month), renewable, tenure-track position. Compensation will be commensurate with background and experience and a comprehensive benefit program is offered.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and three references, one of which could speak to the candidate’s teaching ability. For additional information on Lakeland University, please visit our website at www.lakeland.edu. Review of applications will begin March 20th.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & SKILLS

• Ph.D. in English required;
• Experience with Shakespeare, the English language, and/or early modern texts preferred but not required;
• Ability to teach world literature and/or diverse literatures encouraged.
• Experience teaching introductory composition required;
• Experience teaching in multiple modalities desired;
• Experience working effectively with individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, and motivations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Assistant Professor of English is responsible for:

• Teaching 24 credits per academic year, with a typical load comprised of composition (50%), and the remainder divided between the interdisciplinary studies core and English courses;
• Administering and/or developing coursework (assignments, projects, in-class learning activities, critiques, exams) that meets and assesses course learning objectives;
• Facilitating opportunities for students to engage in experiential education;
• Advising students;
• Serving on faculty and/or institutional committees;
• Participating in professional development.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Lakeland University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.
Lakeland University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator