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University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Assistant Professor - English

University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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Overview The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) seeks a generalist in British texts and/or literature before 1660 for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in the English Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth and holistic development of its students.

Salary / Pay Range Generally starting at $65,000 per academic year. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location On‑Site in Colorado Springs.

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Summary The English Department seeks a faculty member who will contribute to new and existing undergraduate courses, including senior seminars. The successful candidate will teach core, elective and advanced courses and may teach Chaucer and Shakespeare. Interest in teaching in different modalities, including online or hybrid, is preferred.

Essential Functions

Teaching: Conduct a variety of core, elective, and advanced undergraduate courses in English.

Research: Conduct original research in British texts and/or literature before 1660, including publishing and disseminating that research.

Service: Participate actively in department, college, and university service tasks and engage in service to the profession.

Qualifications

PhD in English or a closely related field required by the start date.

Teaching experience at the college level required.

A promising research agenda is required.

Ability to teach Chaucer and Shakespeare is preferred.

Tentative Search Timeline

Priority to applications submitted by: December 5, 2025.

Potential interview dates: Starting the week of January 26, 2026.

Potential start date: August 17, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in its employment or compensation practices.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications submitted by Friday, December 5, 2025, by 12pm MDT will receive full consideration.

Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 38084).

Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Ann Amicucci

Posting Contact Email: aamicucc@uccs.edu

Position Number: 00481309

Posting Date: Oct 22, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Job Details

Department: English Department, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

Primary Location: Colorado Springs

Schedule: Full‑time

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