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Assistant Professor of English (pre-1800s British Literature) Augustana College

• 4.3 Rock Island, IL Job Details Tenure track $60,000
• $63,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications English writing skills instruction Literacy education Teaching English language arts AI applications Teaching literature Full Job Description Assistant Professor of English (pre-1800s British Literature) Join Our Mission at Augustana College At Augustana College, we don't just educate students•we empower them.

As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships—the driving forces of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students, Augustana offers a collaborative and student-focused environment, in which faculty and staff play an active role in shaping futures through hands-on learning, mentorship and leadership development. Located on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the vibrant Quad-Cities metropolitan area (pop. 470,000), about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. We seek mission-driven professionals who are passionate about student success, innovation and making an impact. If you thrive in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration and the power of transformative education, we invite you to bring your talents to Augustana. Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more. Job Description The Department of English at Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in pre-1800 British literature beginning in August of the 2027-28 academic year. This is an exciting opportunity to join a department with a well-established undergraduate program in literature, creative writing, English education, and publishing.

Respon sibilities:

Teach undergraduate courses in a liberal arts context in early British literature, Shakespeare, and first-year writing, with opportunities to design courses aligned with your expertise; Carry a teaching load of 24 credits per 10-month academic year (standard courses are 4 credits); Engage in mentorship with students in the program and actively contribute to the inclusive and innovative teaching practices that define Augustana's learning environment; Contribute to departmental and college-wide conversations about writing pedagogy, AI, and writing across the curriculum; Engage in scholarly activity, with institutional support from a pre-tenure paid leave and competitive research/travel grants. What We're Looking For Expertise in pre-1800s British literature, with a doctorate or ABD in English; Enthusiasm for teaching writing and expertise in AI and writing pedagogies; Potential for and commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship; A commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and the value of a broadly educated person; Potential for continued scholarly publication in fields of interest; Ability to understand, respect and support the work of other colleagues. Why Augustana? At Augustana, you'll find a supportive and collegial environment where faculty thrive professionally and personally. Our small class sizes foster deep connections between faculty and students. You'll have access to resources and opportunities to pursue innovative research and impactful teaching. Position Requirements Expertise in pre-1800s British literature, with a doctorate or ABD in English Ability to teach lower-division British literature classes (including a survey of British literature, Shakespeare in Film, and a special topics class) in a liberal arts context Ability to teach advanced Shakespeare courses and an upper-level period class in the candidate's area of expertise (e.g., Medieval, Renaissance, 18th century) Experience in writing studies and AI, with ability to teach first-year writing, a composition theory class, and contribute to campus discussions about writing pedagogy Application Instructions A complete application will include: Cover letter CV Statement of teaching philosophy Copy of graduate transcripts Contact information for three references Questions about the position may be directed to search chair Meg Gillette at . To guarantee full consideration, please submit all application materials by October 15, 2026 . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Additional Information The budgeted compensation for this position ranges from $60,000 to $63,000 per year based upon minimum and preferred qualifications, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Actual placement within the range will depend upon experience, education, research, and other relevant factors. Augustana College offers a competitive and comprehensive benefit package to its employees to ensure our team is well cared for.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental and vision insurance Retirement plan including eligibility to receive up to 7% contribution from the College. Company sponsored short-term and long-term disability benefits as use of college facilities including a wellness center, gym and recreation center. Tuition benefits for employees and their family members. You can learn more about our benefits program at our Benefits Website. Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College's policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.