Assistant Professor, World Literatures (Tenure-Track)

About the role

The Department of English in the College of Arts and Humanities at California State University, Fresno is seeking an Assistant Professor in World Literatures for Fall 2027. The position is tenure-track and focuses on global diversity in world literatures, including indigenous world literatures. Preference goes to candidates with a background in comparative methodologies and in ancient, classical, medieval, Renaissance/early modern and contemporary world languages and literatures.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate students, including foundational literatures, theory, advanced writing, World Literatures, myth and folklore, special topics and General Education courses.
• Serve on M.A. thesis committees.
• Conduct scholarly research, with a possible course release for research on a competitive basis.
• Engage in campus and community service and contribute to shared governance.

Required profile

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in English, Comparative Literatures or a closely related discipline, completed by August 1, 2027; applicants near completion (ABD) may be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to teach World Literatures courses (e.g., ENGL 30, 101, 112, 113, 114, 118, 167) and foundational undergraduate and graduate courses in text analysis and disciplinary research writing (e.g., ENGL 105, 106W, 195, 205).
• Promising and relevant research and publication agenda in world literatures.
• Commitment to inclusive, accessible education and effective communication with students, faculty and staff.
• Preferred: background in comparative methodologies, pre-1700 world literatures, expertise in another ancient or modern world language, and experience teaching college courses in World Literatures and research and writing.

Application procedure

• Apply online through the university careers site; review begins November 20, 2026 and the position closes March 31, 2027.
• Submit a cover letter, CV, three references, three dated letters of recommendation, official transcripts, a teaching statement, and a 20-page writing sample.
• Candidates invited to an on-campus visit must provide additional items by the deadline set by the Search Chair.

What we offer

• Anticipated salary of $6,250 per month for an Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per academic year), commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• One course release per semester for the first two years under the union-negotiated contract.
• Competitive CSU system benefits package.