Assistant Professor - English

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The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) seeks a generalist in British texts and/or literature before 1660 for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in the English Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth and holistic development of its students.

Generally starting at $65,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

On‑Site in Colorado Springs.

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The English Department seeks a faculty member who will contribute to new and existing undergraduate courses, including senior seminars. The successful candidate will teach core, elective and advanced courses and may teach Chaucer and Shakespeare. Interest in teaching in different modalities, including online or hybrid, is preferred.

• Teaching:
  Conduct a variety of core, elective, and advanced undergraduate courses in English.
• Research:
  Conduct original research in British texts and/or literature before 1660, including publishing and disseminating that research.
• Service:
  Participate actively in department, college, and university service tasks and engage in service to the profession.

• PhD in English or a closely related field required by the start date.
• Teaching experience at the college level required.
• A promising research agenda is required.
• Ability to teach Chaucer and Shakespeare is preferred.

• Priority to applications submitted by:
  December 5, 2025.
• Potential interview dates:
  Starting the week of January 26, 2026.
• Potential start date:
  August 17, 2026.

• CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in its employment or compensation practices.
• We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

• Applications submitted by Friday, December 5, 2025, by 12pm MDT will receive full consideration.
• Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Apply /cu-careers (job #: 38084).
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

• Posting Contact Name:
  Ann Amicucci
• Posting Contact Email: aamicucc
• Position Number:
• Posting Date:
  Oct 22, 2025
• Unposting Date:
  Ongoing

• Department:
  English Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Colorado Springs
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time