Visiting Instructor or Assistant Teaching Professor of English

Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, upload a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, 1-2 sample syllabi, graduate transcripts (unofficial is okay), and contact details for three recommenders. Please apply by May 11 to receive full consideration. Questions should be directed to Dr. Brian LaPierre; Interim Director, School of Humanities; 118 College Drive, #5037; The University of Southern Mississippi; Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001; Phone: 601-266-4320; Email: [email protected]. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B). Job Summary The School of Humanities at The University of Southern Mississippi seeks to hire a Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of English for the 2026-2027 academic year. The teaching load is 4/4 and consists mostly of first-year writing instruction. In addition, faculty may have opportunities to teach advanced undergraduate composition courses and introductory courses in literature. This is a full-time appointment and begins August 2026. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Teach four undergraduate English courses per semester in a mix of face-to-face and online formats according to program needs Perform all duties related to successful teaching, including holding regular office hours, returning graded work on time, etc Perform other duties as assigned