Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor of English

The Franklin & Marshall English Department invites applications for a one -year position in 18th and 19th century British/Anglophone literature, beginning Fall 2025. We would especially welcome specialization in empire, colonialism/decolonization, and/or diaspora. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications. Appointment is for nine months (August - May). This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in English. Teaching experience required. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience teaching literature beyond composition. The teaching load is 3/3, and includes one course in the College’s general education curriculum, Connections.

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/162823 a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s) (unofficial copies are fine); a holistic statement on your approach to inclusive excellence in teaching and student success; a research statement; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of three reference names (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). The committee will begin reviewing applications on February 21st and continue until the position has been filled.

Pursuant to cultivating an inclusive college community, the search committee will holistically assess the qualifications of each applicant. We will consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic. Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator, Cynthia Jones (). Franklin and Marshall College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.