The Department of English and Comparative Literature at SDSU, the flagship campus of the US’s largest and most diverse public university, seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in 20th and 21st century American literature, with secondary specializations in race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, literature and the environment, transnational studies, border studies, or media studies. Ph.D. in English or equivalent field expected by August 2011. Teaching load: 3 / 3, including undergraduate courses and graduate seminars in our large and distinguished MA and MFA programs.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. (degree expected by August 2011) in English or an equivalent field and demonstrate potential for excellence as a scholar-teacher, including successful teaching experience, currency within his or her field, and / or publication of scholarly research.

By November 1, send cover letter (including statement of teaching philosophy and expertise), c.v., twenty page writing sample, three letters of recommendation (including one that documents teaching experience), and a self-addressed, stamped postcard to Search Chair, Department of English and Comparative Literature, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, San Diego, CA, 92182-6020.

San Diego State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition or covered veteran status.