Job Information
University of Connecticut (UConn) Visiting Assistant Professor in Storrs, Connecticut
JOB SUMMARY
The Department of English at the University of Connecticut invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position. This position will begin on August 23, 2025, and will be located at the UConn Avery Point campus.
The ideal candidate will bring college-level teaching experience in English literature and composition along with scholarly expertise in pre-1800 literature in English and environmental or maritime literature. This is a teaching-oriented position. The successful candidate will offer a range of classes (including pre-1800 literature in English, literature and the environment, and first-year writing) and will contribute to the interdisciplinary Maritime Studies program.
Located on the beautiful Long Island Sound, UConn Avery Point’s historic waterfront campus reflects our region’s proud maritime tradition. Our academic programs emphasize experiential learning, challenging coursework, hands-on lab programs, internships, and robust field studies. Our small class sizes, engaging faculty, and academic support team help students perform at the highest levels. Students may complete four-year degrees in English, General Studies, Marine Sciences, and Maritime Studies on our campus. Students interested in other UConn majors can begin their studies at UConn Avery Point and transition to another UConn campus to finish their degree.
Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and is a member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top 25 public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of all requirements for the PhD in English Literature, Comparative Literature, American Studies, or a closely related field with degree awarded by the start date of employment.
Demonstrated ability to teach at the college or university level.
Graduate coursework or other evidence of expertise in pre-1800 literature in English.
Graduate coursework or other evidence of expertise in literature and the environment or topics related to maritime studies.
Evidence of a commitment to working with first-generation college students, students from historically underserved demographics, and multilingual students.
Experience supporting diversity in a higher education setting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience teaching rhetoric and composition.
Experience teaching both in person and using online platforms.
Experience teaching a range of courses or demonstrated potential for developing new courses.
APPOINTMENT TERMS
This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track teaching position that carries a seven-course per year teaching responsibility. The position is located at Avery Point and reports to the Head of the English Department. This position is for a year but is expected to be renewed for a second year subject to performance and budget.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
TO APPLY
Please apply online to UConn Jobs at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs search #498895 to upload the following:
A cover letter,
Curriculum vitae,
Research and scholarship statement (innovative concepts that will form the basis of academic career, experience in proposal development, mentorship of graduate students, etc.);
Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, and at least one course syllabus with major assignment prompts);
Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
Writing sample (12-15 pp);
Contact information for three (3) professional references.
Review of applications will begin on March 14, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.
This job will be filled subject to budgetary approval.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp
All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.