University of Nevada, Reno · 3 months ago
Assistant Professor English
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university, and they are seeking an Assistant Professor of U.S. literature with a secondary area in Queer Theory. The role involves teaching and advising students, contributing to undergraduate and graduate programs, and engaging in scholarly research in U.S. literature and queer theory.
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Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in U.S. literature and Queer Theory
Advise students on texts from both the nineteenth century and the twentieth century
Contribute to the department's undergraduate and graduate programs
Participate in the university's Core Humanities Program and interdisciplinary studies programs as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in English or a closely related field or demonstrate clear progress toward completion by July 1, 2026
Present an active and promising research agenda
Show both experience and potential as an excellent teacher
Must be able to teach relevant courses
Possess an established research agenda in U.S. literature
Demonstrate expertise in Queer Theory
Preferred
A track record of campus programming or community engagement is preferred, including experience developing curriculum
Benefits
Health insurance options including dental and vision
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University of Nevada, Reno
Nevada’s land-grant university founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno has an enrollment of more than 21,000 students.
Founded in 1874
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