Non-Tenure Track Visiting Assistant Professor, British Literature

OVERVIEW

The Department of English in the College of Arts and Sciences invites applicants for a one-year non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor of British Literature to begin in the fall of 2025 (preferred August 1 start date). Preference will be given to candidates who can teach a wide range of British literature courses from the medieval era through the nineteenth century. Candidates should also have demonstrated expertise in teaching introductory writing and literature courses. This is a one-year position (AY 2025-26).

About the English Department

All full-time members of the English Department teach six courses per year, two-thirds of which are non-major courses in writing and literature; maintain active professional engagement as reflected in a scholarly publication record; advise undergraduate students; and contribute to service to the department, university, and/or greater community. Applicants must have a proven record of excellence in undergraduate teaching and must demonstrate a commitment to an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive learning environment. More information about the College of Arts & Sciences, the Department of English, and our English BA program can be found at https://www.stthomas.edu/artsandsciences/.

About the University of St. Thomas

The University of St. Thomas is a dynamic, mission-driven, urban university. Located in a residential neighborhood with easy access to two downtown metropolitan areas and Minneapolis-St. Paul international airport, we are Minnesota’s largest private university with eight schools and colleges, 150+ undergraduate majors/minors, and 55 graduate programs. Learn more about life as a faculty member at St. Thomas.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.

This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Salary & Benefits

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
• All eligible full-time faculty may request Parental Leave for the birth or adoption of a child

Salary range: $65,000 - $73,000

The University of St. Thomas has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

QUALIFICATIONS

We welcome applications from candidates who have:

• A Ph.D. (U.S. or Foreign Equivalent) in British Literature or a related field, or alternatively, ABD candidates nearing completion will also be considered
• A strong enthusiasm for teaching undergraduate students, including both majors and non-majors
   

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. After creating and submitting an applicant profile, you will be taken to the job-specific application. Please upload the following materials to your profile: 

1. A cover letter that describes your qualifications
2. A curriculum vitae
3. Three pieces of evidence of teaching effectiveness: e.g., course evaluations, teaching materials, and/or syllabi.
4. A statement that discusses the candidate’s philosophy of teaching and commitment to the university’s mission and convictions. Information on the St. Thomas mission and convictions can be found here.
5. A writing sample of roughly 20 pages, double-spaced.
6. Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without permission from the candidate.

Applicants must submit items 1, 2, and 3 with their online application in the designated upload fields. They should submit items 4, 5, and 6 in the Additional Documents upload field.

Review of applications will begin on April 20, 2025, for full consideration and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact the search co-chairs, Dr. Catherine Craft-Fairchild (C9CRAFTFAIRC@stthomas.edu), and Dr. Emily James (emilymjames@stthomas.edu), if you have any questions.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota’s largest private university. Its 10,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

Official job posting is available at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/.