The Department of English and Literary Arts occupies a distinctive position inthe College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. English has two majorcomponents-creative/ performative and theoretical/literary historical.Students bridge the two areas while concentrating in one. In addition,English has three separate constituencies-undergraduate majors and minors,MA students pursuing literary studies, and Ph.D. students who focus oncreative writing (poetry, prose, and hybrid genres) or literarystudies. Our programs benefit from an ethos that facilitates and encourageswork and thinking that bridges the critical-creative divide.

　　The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and Department ofEnglish and Literary Arts are strongly committed to building a diverse andinclusive educational environment, which is in full accord with the valuethat DU places on its commitments to diversity, equity andinclusion[KD1] . Candidates must demonstrate ability to integrate contentand issues relating to, and to work effectively with,ethnically/racially diverse populations.

　　Position Summary

　　The Department of English and Literary Arts in the College of Arts,Humanities, and Social Sciences at the University of Denver, an R1university, seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor ofBritish/Transatlantic Modernisms. This position will be responsible forteaching undergraduate and graduate level courses; directing undergraduateand graduate theses/dissertations; advising undergraduate and graduatestudents; and contributing to the intellectual life of the departmentthrough individual and collaborative initiatives, including their research/ scholarship and service. Our faculty teach a range of courses, forgeneral education students as well as majors and graduate students.

　　Essential Functions

　　Teach five 4-credit courses (or substitute two student tutorials for oneof those courses) spread over three 10-week terms. Courses could be bothgeneral education and for English majors & graduate students.Facilitate graduate student tutorials involving 1-3 students working on aspecialized topic under supervision of the faculty memberDirect undergraduate and graduate theses/dissertationsAdvise student majorsResearch and publicationService at the departmental level and beyond.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

　　Excellent written and oral communication skills.

　　Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching methods.Initiative and ability to work both independently and in a collaborative,collegial environment.Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse communities or evidence ofa commitment to incorporate inclusive teaching methods and/or pedagogies toeffectively engage broadly diverse student populations.Exceptional abilities in scholarly activities as required by thedepartment/college and position.Required Qualifications

　　Education: Terminal degree (Ph.D. in English or ABD with the expectationthat the Ph.D. will be completed by September 1, 2024).

　　Experience: Successful relevant teaching experience at the collegelevel, which can include GTA experience.A clearly defined research and publication agendaPreferred Qualifications

　　PhD. in English. Specialization in British/Transatlantic Modernisms.

　　Record of excellent teaching experience.Demonstrated commitment to and experience in using inclusive pedagogies.Work ScheduleWhile the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday,8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and arebased on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. TheUniversity's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website(the law school is on a semester system and has a different academiccalendar).Application DeadlineFor best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00p.m. (MST) on November 1 , 2023.

　　Special InstructionsCandidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Onlyapplications submitted online will be accepted.

　　Salary Range:

　　Salary range for the position is $69,000 to $74,000 annually.

　　The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents itsgood faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at thetime of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than theposted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate willbe determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selectedcandidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equityconsiderations, and available market information, but not based on acandidate's sex or any other protected status.

　　Benefits:The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical,dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. TheUniversity of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who wantto make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.