Assistant Professor of African American Literature and Culture
Stony Brook University | |
United States, New York, Stony Brook | |
100 Nicolls Road (Show on map) | |
Sep 22, 2024 | |
Stony Brook University: Provost Office: College of Arts & Sciences: English Location Stony Brook University (Main Campus) Open Date Jul 31, 2024 Deadline Oct 15, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Description The English Department at Stony Brook University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. We are looking for applicants with strong research programs focusing on any aspect of Black literary, cultural, or media studies in any time-period. All approaches are welcome, but we especially welcome work with a strong theoretical and critical lens; intermedial work; and work drawing on intersectional approaches to race, class, gender, and sexuality. The ideal candidate will be able to teach graduate and upper-level undergraduate courses on topics of their own devising as well as introductory undergraduate courses on African American literature and culture, including its Black diasporic connections. The position will remain open until filled, with priority consideration for applications submitted by October 15. Qualifications Required qualifications: Preferred qualifications: Application Instructions Applicants should submit the following: * Cover letter * CV * Research statement * Teaching statement * Diversity statement * Scholarly writing sample (15-30 pages) * Sample syllabi * Contact information for three references. All application materials must be submitted online. Please use the Apply Now button to begin your application. For technical support, please visit Interfolio's Support Site (https://support.interfolio.com/) or reach out to their Scholar Service Team at help@interfollio.com or (877) 997-8807. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280. |