Job Summary:

Radford University announces a faculty position in the English Department for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English specializing in Shakespeare and Early Modern British literature. We seek a student-focused teacher to join our English Department (https://www.radford.edu/content/chbs/home/english.html) , and be ready to help our English Education Students prepare for licensure. The preferred candidate would have formal experience mentoring graduate-student writing teachers in first-year writing and would serve as a Faculty Mentor in our Graduate Teaching Fellows Mentoring Program (https://www.radford.edu/content/grad/home/academics/graduate-programs/english/gtf-mentoring.html) . Teaching load at Radford University is normally 4 courses per semester but faculty can teach 3 if mentoring or fulfilling other responsibilities. We are especially interested in candidates who through their teaching, or service, promote diversity and inclusion at Radford University.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service, and research programs and is one of the premier teacher preparation universities in the Commonwealth. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines, two associate degrees, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 17 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. Information about the current university strategic plan can be found at: https://www.radford.edu/content/strategic-planning/home.html

In 2022, the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education elevated Radford University to the Doctoral/Professional classification due to the increased number of doctoral degrees awarded. Radford University was recently recognized among the top National Universities by the U. S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Colleges report. In addition, Radford University was recognized as one of the “Best Regional Universities in the Southeast” by the Princeton Review in 2023. Radford University was also recognized as one of the Best Colleges of Public Distinction for 2022-2023.

The city of Radford, Virginia is located in the heart of the New River Valley in Southwest Virginia. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region is a haven for music lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Just a short drive from Blacksburg and Roanoke, the region boasts a vibrant art scene and local food culture as well as many community-university partnership opportunities. Please visit the Radford University website at http://www.radford.edu.

Required Qualifications:

Ph.D. in English at the start of employment; experience teaching Shakespeare and Early Modern British Literature at the undergraduate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal mentoring of graduate student teachers in first-year writing.

Work Location: Radford

Posting Number: F00274P

Position Number: F00520

Department: English, Dept of-11105

Application Review Date: 02/26/2024