Professor of Teaching

The Department of English at the University of Memphis Lambuth Campus in Jackson, Tennessee seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor of Teaching position. Responsibilities include teaching four English courses per Fall and Spring semester, including developmental and first-year composition, creative writing (any genre), and American Literature.  This hire will be expected to advise a small number of English majors.

The assignment for this position is one year, beginning Fall 2026 and ending with the conclusion of the Spring 2027 semester, with the possibility of being extended. Note: Fall classes begin on Aug 24, 2026.

All applications will be managed through the University’s online application system, WorkForUM, available here. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on qualifications as they relate to position.

The teaching load for this full-time position is 4/4. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Teaching four English courses per Fall and Spring semester, including developmental and first-year composition, creative writing (any genre), and American Literature.  This hire will be expected to advise a small number of English majors.

Minimum qualifications:

PhD in English in hand is preferred, but ABD candidates (with multiple chapters drafted) will be considered.

Demonstrated experience in effectively teaching developmental composition and lower and upper division composition, creative writing, and literature courses

Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g. student evaluations, sample syllabi, class observations reports, statement of teaching philosophy, etc.)

Willingness to follow departmentally prescribed course objectives and outcomes

Required Documents:

Curriculum vitae

Cover letter

Teaching philosophy

Unofficial transcript

Deadline: Review of applications will begin on August 12, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.  Fall classes begin on Aug 24, 2026.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.