Assistant Professor of English
 University of Southern Indiana | |
 United States, Indiana, Evansville | |
| 8600 University Boulevard (Show on map) | |
 Oct 10, 2025 | |
|
Title:Assistant Professor of English Division: Provost's Office Department: College of Liberal Arts FLSA Status:Exempt Salary Range:Annual Salary EEO Job Group:2 C5 Position Summary The Department of English at the University of Southern Indiana invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position beginning Fall 2026. Duties/Responsibilities The successful candidate will specialize in English Teaching. Successful candidates will have pedagogical training, expertise, and/or experience in teaching English Language Arts at the secondary education level -including the teaching of ethnic literature, YA literature, and other literature commonly read at the secondary level - the capacity to conduct program reviews based on Indiana state educator standards, and the ability to work collaboratively with education partners in several departments. The position may entail teaching ELA methods courses, advising English Teaching majors, joining various education committees, and serving as a liaison between the English Department and the university Teacher Education Council. English faculty are also expected to teach composition on a regular basis. Required Knowledge and Skills Qualified candidates must have a doctoral degree in English or English Education (or related). Applicants with ABD status will be considered at the rank of Instructor if doctoral degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2026, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2027. About the College For more information about USI's College of Liberal Arts visit https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts About the Department For more information about USI's English Department visit https://www.usi.edu/liberal-arts/english Application Process
Click "Apply Now!" near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Search Committee Chair: If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. David O'Neil, search committee chair, at dgoneil@usi.edu. Best Consideration Date: For best consideration, please submit materials by November 11, 2025. Pre-Employment Screening A background check will be required for employment in this position. Authorization to Work in the United States USI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position. Interview Accommodations Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815. EEO Statement USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities | |