Job Description: The Department of English at East Carolina University (http://www.ecu.edu/english) seeks a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in Children's Literature and Victorian Literature, to begin August 12, 2013.

Candidates should demonstrate expertise in each field and contribute to teaching and course development in both areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue an ongoing research agenda in either area and provide appropriate service to the university, community, and profession.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution by August 2013 is required.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Screening begins November 1, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates for this position must complete a candidate profile and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, one-page statements of teaching philosophy and research agenda, and writing sample online. In addition, arrange for three current reference letters to be sent to:

Jeffrey Johnson, Chair
Department of English
Mail Stop 555, Bate Building 2201
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC 27858-4353

Official transcript required upon employment.

Date Initial Screening Begins: 11/01/2012

Job Close Date: Open Until Filled

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications

East Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University and accommodates individuals with disabilities. Proper documentation of identity and employability is required at the time of employment.