Visiting Assistant Professor of American Studies

Kenyon College, a highly selective liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in the Department of American Studies, effective immediately.

Teaching responsibilities consist of two courses in the Fall semester and three in the Spring semester. We seek applications from interdisciplinary scholars whose work engages the field of American Studies. Candidates who specialize in the study of policing and carcerality are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants must be committed to excellence in teaching and to creating a classroom environment in which students from a variety of backgrounds can flourish. A Ph.D. in hand (in American Studies or related discipline) is preferred; applicants who are ABD will be considered.

To apply, please submit the following materials using the online application system at http://careers.kenyon.edu: 

(1) a cover letter detailing teaching and research interests, the relevance of those interests to the field of American Studies, as well as pedagogical approaches and experience;

(2) a curriculum vitae; 

(3) unofficial graduate transcripts;

(4) three (3) letters of recommendation, at least one of which addresses the candidate’s teaching abilities. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by July 10 will be guaranteed full consideration. Preliminary interviews will be held via remote conferencing. Inquiries may be directed to Francis Gourrier, Chair of the Department of American Studies at [email protected] .

Kenyon College is a nationally prominent, private liberal arts college where academic excellence goes hand in hand with a strong sense of community and close relationships among students and professors.

Compensation and Benefits

Salaries at Kenyon are competitive and are commensurate with experience. There are a number of faculty development opportunities (e.g. travel, research funds, etc.) for which appointees are eligible.

In addition to an attractive salary, Kenyon offers benefits for employees and their family members. Children of employees are eligible for 100% tuition waivers at Kenyon, and through the Great Lakes Colleges Association, children of employees are eligible for 85% tuition waivers at fifteen other of the nation's finest liberal arts colleges.

We also offer health and dental insurance, TIAA retirement, and many other benefits, including provisions for a spouse, families, and domestic partners. Details about benefits as well as conditions of employment are described more fully in our Faculty Handbook.

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Kenyon College is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and/or mental disability, age, religion, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy or state, local, or federal law. Kenyon College has a strong commitment to an inclusive environment that welcomes all voices and perspectives.