Assistant Professor of English

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The Department of English at University of the Cumberlands seeks candidates to join our faculty as a full-time Assistant Professor of English beginning August 2026. The primary responsibilities of the position will focus on teaching undergraduate courses in Composition I and Composition II, along with upper-division English Literature courses based on applicant’s expertise and the department’s course rotation. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high quality academic programs that empower its graduates to ‘seek a life-more-abundant’.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate courses in Composition I and Composition II, along with upper-division English Literature courses based on applicant’s expertise and the department’s course rotation
• Working collaboratively and successfully with colleagues and university administration
• Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts

Requirements:

• Ph.D. in English Literature (Master of Arts considered)
• Proven experience in teaching
• Record of professional and scholarly productivity
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills. Must be able to relate to and communicate with diverse students, faculty, staff, and external communities

• Willingness to adopt and support a mindset that focuses on student success

Compensation:

Commensurate with expertise and experience

Benefits:

Yes

Job Type:

Faculty

Job Location:

Williamsburg, KY

To apply, please provide the following:

A cover letter, current CV, and a list of three references A statement detailing your teaching philosophy and experience An outline of your research interests, highlighting how undergraduates can contribute to and benefit from your research pursuits Unofficial transcripts of your graduate degrees

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“life-more-abundant.”