Assistant Professor Of Literature

University of Wisconsin River Falls

River Falls, Wisconsin, United States
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Post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture
Student-centered liberal arts instruction
General education courses in literature and composition
** The University of Wisconsin River Falls is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Literature specializing in post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture, with a start date in August 2026. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered liberal arts instruction and possess a PhD in the relevant field, alongside teaching experience. **

Job Summary

  • The English Department at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture.
  • Faculty in the department teach a normal load of eight courses a year (4/4), including teaching in the General Education program (writing, literature, ethical citizenship, and global perspectives).
  • Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave.

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** The University of Wisconsin River Falls is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Literature specializing in post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture, with a start date in August 2026. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student-centered liberal arts instruction and possess a PhD in the relevant field, alongside teaching experience. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture
  • Student-centered liberal arts instruction
  • General education courses in literature and composition
  • Active research agenda
  • Curriculum development and revision

Nice-to-have

  • Teaching across English studies spectrum

Key Requirements

  • PhD. in Post-1800 Global Anglophone Literature
  • Research or teaching specialization in literature
  • Experience teaching at the undergraduate level
  • Experience using learning outcomes and rubrics for assessment
  • Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education

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