Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of English – Xavier University of Louisiana

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of English – Xavier University of Louisiana

• Institution: Xavier University of Louisiana

• Department: Department of English

• Position: Assistant Professor of English

• Posting Number: F204P

• Number of Vacancies: 1

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

• Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

• Primary Teaching Area: Freshman Composition

• Teaching Load: 4/4, totaling 24 credit hours per academic year

• Instruction Mode: In-Person

• Salary / Remuneration: Not specified

• Posting Date: October 16, 2026

• Application Review: Begins immediately

• Priority / Assured Consideration Date: November 1, 2026

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start Date: August 2, 2027

Overview of the Role

The Department of English at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of English to teach the University’s Freshman Composition sequence.

The successful candidate will primarily teach ENGL 1000, ENGL 1010, and/or ENGL 1020 through in-person instruction, while also advising students and contributing to departmental, university, disciplinary, and community service.

Teaching Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Teach a 4/4 course load.

• Teach ENGL 1000, ENGL 1010, and/or ENGL 1020.

• Deliver instruction in person.

• Advise students.

• Participate in departmental and university service.

• Contribute to service within the academic discipline and broader community.

The position requires a strong commitment to teaching 24 credit hours per academic year.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Ph.D. in English

• Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition

• M.F.A. in Creative Writing

Candidates must also demonstrate:

• College-level experience teaching English composition.

• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

• Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.

The degree must be completed by the time of appointment, or official confirmation of terminal degree completion must be available by August 1, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric and Composition.

• Strong publication record in English composition or a related field.

• Successful undergraduate teaching experience.

• Experience teaching students from diverse educational, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Knowledge of inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogy.

• Awareness of factors affecting the success of minoritized students.

• Ongoing commitment to pedagogical best practices.

Candidate Profile

The Department is particularly interested in candidates who can support the success of students from diverse backgrounds, including students served by HBCUs.

Successful candidates should demonstrate commitment to:

• Inclusive learning environments

• Student engagement

• Student persistence

• Academic success

• Reducing barriers to achievement

Application Checklist

Applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4. Statement of Research Philosophy

5. At Least Three References

Recommendation letters must be:

• On letterhead

• Signed

• Dated by the author

Nature of Appointment

• Full-Time

• Non-Tenure Track

• Assistant Professor

• In-Person Teaching

• Freshman Composition Focus

• Teaching, Advising, and Service Responsibilities

• 4/4 Teaching Load

Important Dates

• Posting Date: October 16, 2026

• Application Review Begins: Immediately

• Assured Consideration Date: November 1, 2026

• Terminal Degree Completion Required By: August 1, 2027

• Expected Start Date: August 2, 2027

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

Applicants submitting by November 1, 2026 are assured consideration.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the Xavier University of Louisiana online recruitment portal.

Posting Number: F204P

Application / Posting Link:
https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3981

For questions about the position:

Contact: Dr. Jennifer Morrison
Email: jmorri19@xula.edu

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