Appalachian State University is hiring: Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor i

Position Title Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor in American Discourse and Democracy and Environmental Literature Tenure Status Non‑Tenure Track Rank Teaching Assistant/Associate Professor Position Number 018211 Visa Sponsorship Visa sponsorship is available. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S. Department English - 250200 Location Boone, NC Summary The Department of English at Appalachian State University invites applications for a non‑tenure‑track Teaching Assistant or Associate Professor in Environmental Literature and American discourse and democracy. The position will begin in August 2026 pending final administrative and budgetary approval and will involve teaching a 4/4 load of courses including: ENG 2220: Environmental Literature, Writing, and Film , ENG 3715: Literature and the Environment , and ENG 2330: Discourse and Democracy as part of ASU’s Foundations of American Democracy program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Teach the courses listed above and may also teach general education and upper‑level courses as needed. Serve on departmental committees and perform related service work. Demonstrate experience in critical pedagogies and supporting success for students of all backgrounds. Provide scholarly service and maintain an active academic profile. Eligibility and Qualifications Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric, or a related interdisciplinary humanities field (Ph.D. in hand by August 2026). Evidence of successful teaching experience. Preference for candidates with experience in theories, literatures, and rhetorics of environmental humanities and democracy. Application Requirements Submit the following materials: 1) a letter of application focused on pedagogical experiences in literature, the environment, discourse, and democracy, and support of student success; 2) a CV; 3) a sample syllabus for ENG 2330: Discourse and Democracy; and 4) three letters of reference. Only electronic applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2026, with finalist Zoom interviews scheduled for February and March. ABD Consideration ABD with reduction in rank and salary: ABDs will be considered with a one‑year fixed‑term contract and paid at the instructor level until definitive degree verification is received. Upon confirmation, the candidate will be returned to assistant professor rank with commensurate salary. No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree will be considered for the position. Special Instructions Ph.D. in hand by August 2026 is required. Posting Details Proposed date of hire: 08/01/2026 Suggested salary range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Schedule of evaluation: Applications evaluated beginning 02/01/2026. Open until filled: Yes Posting date: 10/23/2025 Search Chair Name: Belinda Walzer Email: walzerbl@appstate.edu Additional Information Quick Link: https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/52107 #J-18808-Ljbffr