Assistant Professor of English in
Renaissance/Early Modern
British Literature
The Department of English at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles seeks an assistant professor of English to fill a tenure-track position in British literature of the Renaissance/Early Modern Period beginning in fall 2009. A Ph.D., a record of successful undergraduate teaching, and evidence of a promising research program are required. Experience in one or more of the following areas would strengthen the application: teaching a British literature survey; researching the history and material production of poetry, drama or fiction in English; or teaching composition or rhetoric classes. The normal teaching load is 3/3, often including general education, pre-major, major and MA courses. As part of an intercultural, student-centered institution, the LMU English Department promotes teaching diverse course content using inclusive/critical pedagogies.
LMU offers a pre-tenure sabbatical and opportunities for research and course development grants. We also have a Rental Assistance Program and a Housing Assistance Program to help faculty purchase affordable housing.
Loyola Marymount, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding candidates who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution, actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. Women and candidates of color are encouraged to apply. For more complete information about Loyola Marymount and the Department of English consult our website at: www.lmu.edu.
Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching philosophy and research plans to Dr. Stephen Shepherd, Chair of Search Committee, Department of English, Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive, Suite 3800, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659 by October 27, 2008. Full dossiers will be requested of selected candidates. We will conduct interviews at MLA 2008 in San Francisco.
