Visiting Assistant Professor of English Language and Literature

Location:
Northampton, MA
Open Date:
Feb 20, 2025
Close Date:
Mar 6, 2025
Description:

The Department of English Language and Literature at Smith College invites applications for a one-year, benefits eligible position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2025.  Teaching responsibilities for this position will include five courses (Shakespeare, Milton, early British literature survey, and a First Year seminar).  Other courses may be taught depending upon the candidate’s field of specialization. Candidates should have a strong foundation in Early Modern British literary studies and candidates with experience in teaching are encouraged to apply. Ph.D. in English or a relevant field is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in the field are encouraged to apply.

 

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here.  The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of X may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/english-language-literature.

 

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty.  The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

 

Application Instructions:

Submit application at http://apply.interfolio.com/163888 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity/inclusion statement, a teaching statement, two sample syllabi, a 20-page writing sample and three confidential letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin on March 6, 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.