Assistant Professor - Tenure Track (Indigenous Literature)
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Job Description
The University of Alberta's Department of English and Film Studies seeks an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track position in Indigenous Literatures. The role involves research and teaching on Indigenous literatures, oralities, and textual production from Turtle Island/North America, with an emphasis on First Nations, Métis, Inuit, or Native American traditions. Applicants must have a PhD in English or a related field, a strong record or potential in research and teaching, and experience with diverse student bodies.
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Key Responsibilities
- The successful applicant will deliver undergraduate and graduate coursework focused on literary critique, scholarship, and Indigenous methodologies.
- and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Requirements
- Have a PhD in English or a closely related field. ABD will be considered if there is clear indication that the PhD will be completed by July 1, 2027.
Benefits
- We offer degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels, with courses in English, Film Studies, Creative Writing, Research Creation, and Writing Studies.
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The position is based at University of Alberta, in Edmonton, Alberta, CA. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
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