Job description

The Department of Modern Languages, Communication, and Philosophy at Tuskegee University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in English beginning Fall 2026. Specialties in any area of literature or writing studies welcome; teaching load is 4/4, typically consisting of 2-3 freshman composition courses plus 1-2 literature survey or upper-level literature courses per semester.

Essential Job Duties

• Teach assigned English courses (four courses per semester in Fall and Spring semester) Developing syllabi, assessments, and course materials in alignment with institutional guidelines.
• Use varied teaching methods to promote student learning and success.
• Advise and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Maintain accessibility through office hours and electronic communication.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and administration.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, and institutional meetings and submitting required reports.
• Engage in professional development and demonstrating a commitment to instructional excellence.
• Engage in scholarly research.
• Participate in service to the department, University, and/or community.
• Utilize pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning and to revise courses and teaching methods as needed to improve outcomes.
• Interact cordially with students and colleagues in person and through electronic communication.
• Make content of general education writing and literature courses engaging and relevant to students of all majors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English, Literature, Writing, or a closely related discipline.
• Record of successful teaching experience at the college level.
• Experience utilizing Canvas learning management system

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to view a computer terminal and engage in extensive reading.
• Ability to walk short distances
• Ability to lift and carry parcels, packages and other items

FLSA
Exempt

Status
Full-Time

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of literature and/or writing pedagogy.

Posting Number: f1040

Will this position required travel?: some

Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?: some

Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?

no

Number of Vacancies: 1

Open Date: 06/23/2026

Close Date: 08/30/2026

Open Until Filled: No

How to apply

Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:

• Tuskegee University employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Recommendation letters
• Copies of unofficial transcripts.
• Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

Quick Link for Internal Postings: https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/3738

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility veri?cation on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment. Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.