Department Chair, English and Languages

Overview

Augusta University's Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences is hiring a Department Chair for the Department of English and World Languages. This is a tenure-track/tenured position at the rank of Professor or higher and anticipated to begin July 2026. The preferred candidate will have a PhD in English or a closely related discipline and meet the qualifications for professor in one of the departmental programs.

Desired candidates should have experience directing undergraduate programs and/or serving in an administrative role. Please see the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website in the Shift/Salary/Benefits section of this posting.

Job : 294815

Location: Summerville Campus

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary

• Program and curricular development
• Budget and personnel management including personnel evaluation
• Faculty research activities
• Student recruitment activities
• Student progression, retention, and graduation support
• Mentoring departmental faculty
• Class scheduling and enrollment management
• Revising and/or creating department planning documents
• Assessment and accreditation reporting as required
• Support for fundraising activities as requested
• Other activities may be needed and will be assigned by the Dean.

Professor:
PhD in English or a related field and two or more years experience serving in an academic leadership role such as a Program Director or Department Chair.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation.
• Evidence of ability as a teacher.
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned.
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements).
• Desirable personal qualities judged based on personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

• Experience in serving as an Assistant Chair or interim Chair.
• PhD in English or a closely related discipline

• This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.
• The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
• Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to the availability of funds.
• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.
• Full-time employees employed for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
• Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on experience, education, credentials, and other factors.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is through the annual Promotion and Tenure process. For more information on ranks, see the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines.

The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. The Department of English and World Languages offers BA degrees in English and World Languages, with various concentrations, and related certificates. The college supports undergraduate degrees, select graduate programs, and opportunities for growth such as undergraduate research and study abroad.

Our Summerville Campus, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.

All selected candidates must pass a Background Check prior to starting. Additional checks or documentation may be required based on duties.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

To be considered, apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Please upload a letter of interest, your Curriculum Vitae, and a list of Professional References. The application process will end on March 11, 2026.

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