What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Assistant Professor, English position at Carthage College?
The Department of English (www.carthage.edu/english) invites applications for part-time instructors to teach introductory and general education courses in literature and creative writing. All areas of specialization are welcome, especially African-American literature, Asian-American literature, and prose fiction writing.
Required Qualifications:
- Candidates must have a master's degree in English or a closely related field.
- A PhD or ABD in English is preferred for literature courses.
- Creative writing courses require a master's degree or equivalent professional experience; a PhD or MFA is preferred.
- Previous teaching experience is highly desired.
Applicants should apply through the Applicant Portal link. Additionally, applicants should submit a single PDF including a cover letter, vita, and the names and contact information of three professional references to David García, Professor and Chair, at dgarcia@carthage.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.
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About Carthage
Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage.
Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
This position requires a background screening