Assistant Professor of English (Asian American Literature), Tenure Track

Vassar College

For full consideration applicants should apply by 10/14/2024

The Department of English at Vassar College invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor, specializing in Asian American Literature. This position will start in August 2025.

We are especially interested in applicants whose research and teaching interests include: critical ethnic studies, postcolonial literature, twentieth- and twenty-first century literature, graphic novels and new media, or literary nonfiction. In addition, we welcome applicants who link the study of Asian American Literature to interdisciplinary research areas, such as Women, Feminist, and Queer Studies; environmental humanities; diasporic, transnational, and transpacific studies; media studies. In partnership with the multidisciplinary programs, we are interested in other emerging subfields that examine the relationship between culture, identity, and embodiment, such as queer, trans, and disability studies. A candidate with a specialization in digital humanities would also be welcome. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in English or a closely related field in hand by the commencement of the appointment, experience in and a commitment to undergraduate teaching, and evidence of scholarly potential. Teaching in the first year is four courses. In ensuing years, it will be five courses or four courses plus a group tutorial. The successful candidate will bring a fresh perspective and energy to their research, pedagogy, and advising.

Learn more about this opportunity here.