Assistant Professor

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Position Summary:

The Florida Atlantic University, in Boca Raton, Florida is seeking an Assistant Professor of Anglophone Literature for the Department of English. Duties and responsibilities include teaching, research and service relating to U.S. World Anglophone Literature. Teaching duties include teaching graduate courses in English and Creative Writing, mentoring graduate students, and academic advising and related activities. Position may also be expected to contribute to the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Comparative Studies as well as FAU’s Certificate Programs in Asian Studies; Ethnic Studies; Classical Studies; Peace, Justice and Human Rights; Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies; and Sexuality and Gender Education. Telecommuting/remote work permitted (possibility for teaching distance learning course).

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in English, Comparative Literature, or a related field.

Salary:

To be discussed with applicant.

College or Department:

Department of English

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Full-Time

Application Deadline:

2026-07-02

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents:
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The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711