Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Teaching Professor, Literature and Writing – Simmons University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Teaching Professor, Literature and Writing – Simmons University

• Institution: Simmons University

• Department: Literature and Writing

• Position: Assistant Teaching Professor, Literature and Writing

• Job Requisition ID: R12365

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Non-Tenure-Track Faculty

• Contract: Initial 1-Year Academic Appointment with Possibility of Annual Renewal

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Work Mode: Primarily In-Person

• Teaching Load: 7 Courses per Academic Year

• Academic Areas: Literature, Writing, Composition, British and American Literature

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 63.47 lakh – INR 66.31 lakh annually

• Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible

• Expected Start: Fall 2027

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026

Overview of the Role

The Department of Literature and Writing at Simmons University invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor beginning in Fall 2027.

The Department seeks scholars, writers, and professionals with expertise in literature and writing, particularly British or American literature, culture, and history, together with strong experience teaching composition and close reading.

The initial appointment is for one academic year, with the possibility of annual renewal.

Teaching Focus

The successful candidate should be able to teach across multiple levels, including:

• First-Year Writing

• Composition

• Close Reading

• Literature

• Senior Seminars

• Research Courses

• British Literature

• American Literature

• Humanities

Depending on expertise and departmental needs, opportunities may also be available to teach:

• Creative Writing

• Graduate courses in Children’s Literature

• Graduate courses in Young Adult Literature

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Teaching Professor will be expected to:

• Teach 7 courses per academic year.

• Teach 3 courses in one semester and 4 in the other.

• Support student learning through office hours and direct academic engagement.

• Advise students.

• Attend departmental meetings.

• Participate in curriculum renewal and revision.

• Engage in professional development related to teaching and disciplinary expertise.

• Contribute to the implementation of core curriculum and elective offerings.

Candidate Profile

Simmons seeks a dynamic and engaged educator with:

• Expertise in Literature and Writing.

• Strong grounding in literary theory and practice.

• Experience teaching composition and close reading.

• Ability to teach across different academic levels.

• Commitment to working with a diverse student population.

• Academic, creative, or relevant professional experience.

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Candidates with broad generalist interests that complement the Department’s literature, film, and humanities curriculum are particularly relevant.

Required Qualifications

Applicants may hold:

• MA

• MFA

• ABD status

A Ph.D. in Literature or a related discipline is preferred.

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• Evidence of excellent teaching.

• Relevant academic, creative, instructional, or professional experience.

Teaching Environment

This is a contracted academic-year position, generally running from August through June.

Teaching will primarily take place in person at the Simmons University Boston campus.

The Department emphasizes reflective and relational teaching and supports student development in:

• Critical reading

• Analytical writing

• Literary interpretation

• Research

• Historical and cultural awareness

• Independent thinking

Salary / Remuneration

The advertised annual compensation range is:

USD 67,000 – USD 70,000

Approximately:

INR 63.47 lakh – INR 66.31 lakh annually

Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, skills, internal equity, and external market benchmarks.

The position is benefits eligible.

Application Checklist

Applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Dossier

   • Including a list of courses previously taught

4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

5. Names and Contact Information for 3 References

Documents may be uploaded individually or as a combined PDF through the Simmons University Workday application portal.

Nature of Appointment

• Full-Time

• Non-Tenure Track

• Assistant Teaching Professor

• Academic-Year Appointment

• Initial 1-Year Contract

• Possibility of Annual Renewal

• Primarily In-Person Teaching

• Benefits Eligible

Important Dates

• Application Review: Begins immediately

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026

• Expected Start: Fall 2027

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the Simmons University Workday careers portal.

Job Requisition ID: R12365

Application Link:
https://simmons.wd504.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Assistant-Teaching-Professor--Literature-and-Writing_R12365

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