Assistant Professor - English

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) English College of Arts and Sciences JOB SUMMARY: The English department at Adelphi University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English with expertise in American Literature before 1900. We welcome candidates who have an interest in early African American Literature, Native American Studies, comparative ethnic American literature and culture, or whose work expands the definition of Pre-1900 American literature using transoceanic frameworks.

The appointment begins August 2027. A PhD is required by August 1, 2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Opportunities to collaborate with Adelphi faculty in interdisciplinary studies departments and programs such as African, Black and Caribbean Studies; Asian Studies; Latin American and Latinx Studies; and Gender and Sexuality Studies. The teaching load is 18 credits (3/3) with opportunities for research support. The successful candidate will teach lower-level surveys and upper-level seminars in their specialized field.

The department additionally welcomes candidates whose research and teaching interests span various fields or theoretical concerns, and who can develop new courses within our “Critical Perspectives” category of upper-division electives (see course listings at https://www.adelphi.edu/program/undergraduate/english/ ).

QUALIFICATIONS

A PhD is required by August 1, 2027. Expertise in American Literature before 1900. Further, we especially welcome applicants who can demonstrate experience working with students from diverse populations, particularly first-generation college students and students from historically underrepresented groups. APPLICATION: Please submit a letter of application, c.

v., statement of teaching philosophy, contact information for three professional references; and a 15-25-page writing sample. To be considered, applications must be submitted through the Adelphi website only: https://www.adelphi.edu/hr/careers/ . Applications received by December 1st are assured consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Interviews will be conducted in mid December via video conferencing. This appointment is subject to final approval by the Adelphi University Board of Trustees. ABOUT ADELPHI: Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success.

Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online.

The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 119,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.

SALARY INFORMATION: In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $77,000 - $82,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here .