Assistant Professor - English Philosophy & Modern Languages

Overview

Assistant Professor - English Philosophy & Modern Languages. The Department of English, Philosophy and Modern Languages invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of English Literature with specialization in Global Literatures, Comparative Literature, or Transnational Literatures, preferably with a focus on indigenous literature to begin Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in world literature and multicultural literature with the possibility of teaching other writing and literature courses during the academic year.

Opportunities to develop additional courses in the candidate’s specialty area exist. Other expected duties include advising students; service to the department, college, and/or university committees; contributions to the department’s ongoing assessment and curricular needs; and an active research, presentation, and publication agenda. The teaching load for an Assistant Professor at MSUB is 21 credits for the academic year. Summer teaching opportunities are available but are not required.

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title Assistant Professor - English Philosophy & Modern Languages

Faculty Tenure Track Yes

Faculty Rank Tenure Track Assistant Professor - English Philosophy & Modern Languages

Position Number 6A0113

Department Eng Phil & Mod Languages

Division College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Appointment Type Faculty

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

From date 08/01/2026

FLSA

Union Affiliation Billings Faculty Association

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible Yes

Compensation Annual

Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type MUS

Recruitment Type Open

Open Date 11/19/2025

Close Date 02/28/2026

Open until filled Yes

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in world literature and multicultural literature; developing courses in the candidate’s specialty area; advising students; service to the department, college, and/or university committees; contributing to the department’s ongoing assessment and curricular needs; and maintaining an active research, presentation, and publication agenda. The teaching load for an Assistant Professor at MSUB is 21 credits for the academic year.

Summer teaching opportunities are available but are not required.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• PhD in Transnational Literatures, Comparative Literature, Post-Colonial Literature, Global Literatures, Global Anglophone Literatures, or related field
• Appropriate background in the needed area(s) of specialization
• Ability and interest in undergraduate teaching
• Experience with and commitment to working with diverse student populations
• Ability and willingness to develop and teach sections/courses within multiple modalities

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Academic background and teaching experience in composition writing
• Experience in teaching environmental literature or technical
• Writing Experience with program assessment
• Willingness to grow the English program

Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.

This position is not eligible for NEW sponsorship.

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region. Reasons to join include sick leave, tuition waivers, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, comprehensive medical benefits (medical, vision, dental), life insurance, long-term disability, and retirement benefits. Campus amenities include access to concerts, athletic events, lectures, recreation center, library, and a vibrant campus environment.

Campus information:
The College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences conducts its mission to serve the educational needs of Montana through degree programs and general education offerings, with diverse opportunities for students, faculty, and staff. More information billings.edu.

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