Faculty: School of Arts & Humanities - Asst./Assoc. Professor of English - Generalist (Compositio...

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The Cedarville University Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages seeks Assistant/Associate Professor of English candidates. Rank is commensurate with experience and credentials. Eligibility for a tenure-track appointment will be determined based on institutional needs and candidate qualifications at the time of hire.
Our friendly, supportive, and motivated department places a high priority on our Christian identity, integrity, collegiality, and rigor in the classroom. This position requires the candidate to teach a range of courses within the English, Literature, and Modern Languages Department, including first-year English composition and general education literature surveys, as well as courses within the candidate's area of specialization, such as developmental writing, literature, rhetoric, and/or advanced composition. Enthusiasm for first-year English composition is a plus.
Additional expectations include academic advising, professional development, scholarly activity in the field, University service, and a formal paper on Biblical integration of faith, learning, and teaching. The teaching load is twenty-four credit hours (4/4), or the equivalent, each academic year of two semesters.
Employment is subject to the University's verification of credentials along with other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a background check. H-1B sponsorship may be available for this position depending upon legal and business considerations. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position, based in Cedarville, Ohio, is pending budget approval.
Position Requirements:

• Ph.D. in English, literature, or a related discipline is preferred. A.B.D. will be considered. Minimum qualification is a Master's degree in English or a closely-related discipline.
• Applicants for Associate Professor rank will have an established record of scholarship and 6 or more years of full-time undergraduate teaching experience.
• Qualified applicant will have documented successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
• Qualified applicant will have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Qualified applicant must be committed to biblical integration in and out of the classroom.
• Qualified applicant must be a born-again Christian with a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Qualified applicant must agree with and be willing to abide by Cedarville University's Doctrinal Statement, Community Covenant, and General Work Place Standards.

We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:

• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do -transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
• Free employee parking.
• Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
• Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.

Contact Information:
Applicants should submit a cover letter with their CV as a single file in the application portal. Direct official inquiries to Jennifer Cochran, SHRM-CP, Director of Academic Human Resource Services. Direct position-specific inquiries to Dr. Mark C. Smith, Dean, School of Arts and Humanities; or Dr. Stephen Schuler, Chair, Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages.
Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.