Chair, English, Tenure-Track Faculty

Overview

Job Title:

Chair, English, Tenure-Track Faculty
Department:
English, Middle Tennessee State University

The MTSU Department of English invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position (#123005) at the rank of associate or full professor to serve as department chair. Expedited tenure upon appointment is possible. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership experience to lead a large department that offers the BA, MA, and PhD. It is home to several interdisciplinary minors and contributes to the university's general education curriculum and dual enrollment initiative. For more information about the department, please visit the website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The department seeks candidates who emphasize collaborative leadership and the ability to manage daily operations while focusing on long-range plans to foster growth and sustain quality programs. The successful candidate will prioritize excellence in teaching, have a distinguished scholarship record, and commit to student success for all. In addition, the candidate should demonstrate leadership abilities, strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and advocate for multi-faceted student and faculty concerns.

A terminal degree in English or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Applicants with administrative experience, including management of budgets, experience with assessment for learning improvement, experience with dual enrollment English programs, and an interest in recruitment and fundraising may receive special consideration.

To apply, please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline), and a statement of leadership philosophy (Other Document
1) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

For more information about serving as a faculty member at Middle Tennessee State University, please visit the faculty recruitment webpage. For application help, contact Mitzi Dunkley, Faculty Recruitment Specialist, at . For position-specific questions, contact Karla Barnes nes.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

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MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment. Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at  or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at .

MTSU is a tobacco- and drug-free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. You will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:
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Application Review Date: 11/06/2025

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Final date to receive applications: (see online posting)