SUBR | Assistant Professor of English
- Employer
- Southern University System
- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The successful candidates will teach Freshman Composition and undergraduate courses in English, including introductory and upper-level classes in African American literature. Preference for candidates with the experience, ability, and qualifications to teach African American literature. The successful candidate will have a 4/4 teaching load, develop and/or maintain a record of scholarship in her/his field of study, serve on departmental, college, and university committees, learn and employ instructional technology in all courses (in face to face, hybrid, and online modalities), participate in university functions (including student recruitment, advisement, and mentoring), and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimal Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications are a Ph.D. in Literature with a concentration in African American Literature and experience teaching college level courses. ABD candidates with a firm dissertation defense date may be considered. Additional qualifications: experience teaching general education courses, evidence of a professional research agenda, knowledge of the application of technology to enhance teaching and learning, and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.
External applicants can apply here.
Current Southern University employees should apply here.
Point of Contact:
Dr. Cynthia Bryant
Dean | College of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies
A criminal background check and reference verification are required.
The Southern University System (System) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. The SU System does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the SUS. Please inform HR@subr.edu if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in this application process.
Organization
What began, as a dream in 1880 is today a living legacy of determination, commitment, and success. The Southern University and A&M College System is the only historically black university system in America.
The SU System has a diverse enrollment and is a leader in graduate and undergraduate level education through quality four-year, graduate, professional, and research programs among its five Louisiana campuses. SU is among the top producers of African-American graduates in combined disciplines of engineering, technology, business, computer science, nursing, and mathematics. Widespread accomplishments of Southern University faculty and alumni have positively impacted society at every level.
With a strong foundation, a proven record of achievement, and a fresh vision for the future, Southern University's charge to advance the mission of its founders' remains at the heart of our administrators, faculty, students, and alumni.
Southern University opened its doors in 1880 in New Orleans, Louisiana, with 12 students, five faculty members, and a budget totaling $10,000. In 1914, the University was relocated to Louisiana's capital city - Baton Rouge.
The Southern University and A&M College System was created by the state legislature under the management of the Southern University Board of Supervisors. The University expanded to other cities in the state, establishing Southern University, New Orleans (SUNO), Southern University, Shreveport (SUSLA), the Southern University Law Center, and the Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC).
Campuses within the Southern University System are accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; telephone number - 404.679.4501) to award certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's, doctorate, and professional degrees. Southern University Law Center is accredited by both the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the American Bar Association (750 N. Lakeshore Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60611; telephone number - 312.988.6738).
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