Assistant Professor, English

High Point University invites applications for a 9-month, nontenure-track Assistant Professor of English. The position begins August 2026. All High Point University faculty at this rank teach a 3/3 load, maintain a robust research and/or creative publishing agenda, and enjoy professional development funding as well as service opportunities to make a significant impact on the institution's academic life. The HPU English Department comprises a collegial group of faculty representing Literature, Creative Writing, and Public and Professional Writing, who regularly teach general education courses as well as courses in their area of specialization.

The successful candidate will teach courses across our writing programs and will possess expertise and previous work experience in literary, creative, and/or professional publishing. Ideally, this will allow them to teach a range of courses, including creative writing, digital editing and publishing for professional publications and develop a vision for the public and professional writing minor. Candidates who have records of scholarship related to literary, creative, and/or professional publishing are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates should also demonstrate an understanding of GenAI's implications for writing, editing, and publishing as well as mindfulness and agility when orienting to its use instructionally.

The English Department is dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and community engagement. We welcome applications from scholars with a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and academic interests.

At High Point University, the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is founded in the Methodist tradition and includes students, staff, and faculty of various backgrounds, beliefs, and traditions.

High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
Minimum Requirements: Terminal degree in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, Publishing Studies, or a closely related field in hand by August 2026.

Application instructions: Initial screening of applications will begin November 21, but the position will remain open until filled. We request that applicants submit a cover letter and CV. After initial review, selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. At which point, candidates may also be asked for additional documents such as a teaching portfolio (which may include recent syllabi, assignments, and course evaluations) as well as a research and/or creative publishing plan.

For additional information or questions regarding this position, please contact the chair of the search committee: Dr. Justin Cook at jcook3@highpoint.edu