What are the responsibilities and job description for the Victorian Literature (Assistant Professor, tenure-track) position at University of Notre Dame?
The Department of English at the University of Notre Dame invites applications for a full-time, tenure‐track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Victorian Literature.
Candidates should show evidence of an ambitious program of research and a commitment to excellence in teaching and service. We welcome applicants working in any genre and with any critical approach. The position requires teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels (normally two courses per semester), including introductory or survey courses in Victorian literature, and courses in more specialized topics. The successful candidate will also mentor and advise students at all levels.
Qualifications
The anticipated start date for the position is August 2027, and candidates must have completed all requirements for a PhD in Victorian literature or closely related field by that date.
Application Instructions
To Apply, Candidates Should Submit The Following
Applications must be received by October 22, 2026, for full consideration. We expect to conduct all interviews of longlisted candidates over Zoom. Finalists will be invited to visit campus for departmental interviews.
Inquiries may be directed to Professor Yasmin Solomonescu, Chair of the Search Committee, at ysolomon@nd.edu. Further information about the Department of English and the University of Notre Dame can be found at https://english.nd.edu/ and https://www.nd.edu/.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Dual Career Assistance
To support relocating families, Notre Dame’s Dual Career Assistance Program helps spouses and partners pursue local career opportunities.
Background Check
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.
Candidates should show evidence of an ambitious program of research and a commitment to excellence in teaching and service. We welcome applicants working in any genre and with any critical approach. The position requires teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels (normally two courses per semester), including introductory or survey courses in Victorian literature, and courses in more specialized topics. The successful candidate will also mentor and advise students at all levels.
Qualifications
The anticipated start date for the position is August 2027, and candidates must have completed all requirements for a PhD in Victorian literature or closely related field by that date.
Application Instructions
To Apply, Candidates Should Submit The Following
- Application letter
- Current CV
- The names and contact information of three referees (who will be contacted if the candidate is called to interview)
Applications must be received by October 22, 2026, for full consideration. We expect to conduct all interviews of longlisted candidates over Zoom. Finalists will be invited to visit campus for departmental interviews.
Inquiries may be directed to Professor Yasmin Solomonescu, Chair of the Search Committee, at ysolomon@nd.edu. Further information about the Department of English and the University of Notre Dame can be found at https://english.nd.edu/ and https://www.nd.edu/.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Dual Career Assistance
To support relocating families, Notre Dame’s Dual Career Assistance Program helps spouses and partners pursue local career opportunities.
Background Check
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.