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University of California, Santa Cruz
Department of Literature
Visiting Assistant Professor, Modern British Literature,
1800-1945
The Department of Literature at the University of
California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant
Professor for the 2013-14 academic year, with the possibility of a one-year
renewal. We are seeking a scholar of modern British literature (1800 to 1945)
with wide-ranging research interests in nineteenth- and/or twentieth-century
literature, preferably with competence in at least one additional language
literature that is relevant to the field. Evidence of scholarly activity, such
as publications, is required. We seek candidates whose research and teaching
interests may include: Victorian studies, modernism, 19th - and 20th-century
English, continental, and/or non-European literatures, transatlantic studies,
postcolonial studies, studies in material and digital cultures, and gender,
race, and sexuality studies. We have particular needs in fiction, but will
consider candidates who work in other genres or across genres. The successful
candidate will be expected to pursue research, to have clearly demonstrated
university teaching skills at the undergraduate level, and to be able to teach
large lecture courses as well as smaller classes. The applicant must be able to
work with students and faculty from a wide range of social and cultural
backgrounds. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can
contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through
their writing, research, teaching, and/or service. This position carries a
teaching workload of four scheduled courses over three quarters with an
expectation that the selected candidate will pursue an active program of
research and writing and will perform significant departmental service.
Rank: Visiting
Assistant Professor
Salary: $54,800 –
$61,300, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Minimum
Qualifications: All candidates must have the Ph.D. in hand by June 15,
2013, or the equivalent of the Ph.D. in a relevant field of study, and demonstrated
research and teaching excellence.
Position Available and
Duration: To begin on July 1, 2013, for one year with the possibility of
reappointment for a second year based on a successful performance review
conducted after the first year. This position is contingent upon final
budgetary approval.
To Apply: Applications
are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and should include:
an informative letter of application (clearly outlining your educational
background, teaching experience, and publication record), curriculum vitae, a
writing sample of no more than 25 doublespaced pages, and three letters of
recommendation* (dated 2010 or later). Applicants are encouraged to submit a
statement addressing their teaching philosophy and their contributions to
diversity through their research, teaching, and/or service. Submit all
documents/materials as PDF files.
Refer to Position #JPF00025-13 in all correspondence.
*All letters will be treated as confidential per University
of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter
provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the
author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm
Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on March 15, 2013. To ensure full
consideration, applications should be complete and letters of recommendation
received
by this date. The position will
remain open until filled, but not later than 6/30/2013.
UC Santa Cruz faculty make significant contributions to the
body of research that has earned the University of California the ranking as
the foremost public higher education institution in the world. In the process,
our faculty demonstrate that cutting-edge research, excellent teaching and
outstanding service are mutually supportive.
The University of California, Santa Cruz is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to excellence through diversity.
We strive to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes
respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment
opportunity policies may be directed to: Office for Diversity, Equity, and
Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831)
459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only
individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by
providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of
1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts
require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is
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