Assistant Professor of English

Duties and responsibilities

Teaching and curriculum development :

Deliver lectures and tutorials for courses in areas like literature, composition, and creative writing.

Develop and update course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessment materials.

Evaluate student performance through assignments, exams, and other work.

Research and scholarship :

Engage in original research in a specific area of expertise.

Publish academic articles, books, or other scholarly works.

Present research findings at academic conferences.

Student mentoring and advising :

Provide academic and career guidance to students.

Serve as a research advisor and mentor for undergraduate and graduate students.

Assist with student recruitment and orientation.

Service and administration :

Participate in departmental and university committees.

Attend faculty meetings and contribute to discussions and decision-making.

Assist with administrative tasks, such as curriculum review or program development.

Professional development :

Stay current with developments in the field of study.

Explore new strategies to enhance teaching and curriculum delivery.

Qualifications and requirements

A Ph.D. +MA+ BA in English is typically required.

A strong research record with publications and conference presentations is often necessary.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills are essential.