(Source: The Chronicle of Higher Education)
FACULTY POSITIONS AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1, 2013 FULL-TIME - TENURE TRACK - WITH BENEFITS
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) is the dynamic and vibrant public liberal arts college of the Massachusetts State University System located in the beautiful Berkshire Hills in Western Massachusetts. MCLA is also a part of a nationally recognized cohort of public colleges and universities (COPLAC) that blend a liberal arts education with hands-on experience and professional programs across a range of disciplines. The College is surrounded by natural beauty and world-class cultural attractions and serves as an important educational resource for the region. With an enrollment of 2,000, MCLA attracts students from across Massachusetts and the New England and New York regions. Opportunities for active learning and engagement with a dedicated faculty include undergraduate research, service learning, internships, independent study, and study away/study abroad. Come be a part of our team.
The College invites applications for the following tenure-track assistant professorships beginning September, 2013. All positions entail teaching up to 12 credits per semester as well as continuing scholarship, academic advising and college service. All positions are contingent on final budgetary approval.
ENGLISH/COMMUNICATIONS - CREATIVE WRITING AND LITERATURE
The successful candidate will teach a wide range of creative writing and literature courses, develop upper level courses in her or his areas of expertise, and offer courses in the general education program, including composition. The position requires a demonstrated commitment to excellent teaching and to working effectively with students in creative writing workshops.
Additional responsibilities will include recruiting, advising and mentoring students; engaging students in undergraduate research, study away/study abroad, and related opportunities; participating in departmental and committee work; and maintaining a professional scholarly agenda.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold an earned Ph.D., or the M.F.A. with at least sixty (60) hours of graduate credit, with strong preparation in creative writing and literature. Candidates who are ABD with a firm date of completion for the degree will be considered.
Preference will be given to candidates with at least three years of successful teaching experience at the college level; interest in ongoing professional development; and experience with instructional technology.
Preference will be given to candidates with at least three years of successful teaching experience at the college level; interest in ongoing professional development; and experience with instructional technology.
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, vita, a statement of teaching philosophy and three letters of reference with application, electronically, to:http://mcla.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=35875
Confidential letters of reference from references should be sent to: hr@mcla.edu.
Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the MLA Conference in Boston in January 2013. For best consideration please submit all materials by December 15, 2012.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
For additional information on the position, the Department goals and aspirations, and the College, please go tohttp://www.mcla.edu/Undergraduate/majors/englishcommunications/
ENGLISH/COMMUNICATIONS - GLOBAL ANGLOPHONE LITERATURE AND ENGLISH LITERATURE STUDIES
The successful candidate will develop upper level courses in her or his areas of expertrise and will regularly teach history and structure of the English language, literary survey courses, introductory literature and general education courses, and composition. Preference will be given to candidates who have background in cultural studies and literary theory.
Additional responsibilities will include recruiting, advising and mentoring students; engaging students in undergraduate research, study away/study abroad, and related opportunities; participating in departmental and committee work; and maintaining a professional scholarly agenda. This position is contingent on final budgetary approval.
QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold an earned Ph.D. in literary studies with strong preparation in global Anglophone language and literature from the Caribbean, Africa, or the Asian subcontinent and in English language studies. Knowledge of African American literature is a plus. A demonstrated strong commitment to excellent teaching is a must. Candidates who are ABD with a firm date of completion for the degree will be considered.
Preference will be given to candidates with at least three years of successful teaching experience at the college level; interest in ongoing professional development; and experience with instructional technology.
Preference will be given to candidates with at least three years of successful teaching experience at the college level; interest in ongoing professional development; and experience with instructional technology.
TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, vita, a statement of teaching philosophy and three letters of reference with application, electronically, to:http://mcla.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=36181
Confidential letters of reference from references should be sent to: hr@mcla.edu.
Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the MLA Conference in Boston in January 2013. For best consideration please submit all materials by December 15, 2012.
For additional information on the position, the Department goals and aspirations, and the College, please go tohttp://www.mcla.edu/Undergraduate/majors/englishcommunications/
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
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