Bates College: Faculty Position: English Location Lewiston, Maine Open Date Sep 16, 2026 Description The Department of English at Bates College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Early Modern Literature and Culture from candidates whose work intersects with at least one of following fields: premodern critical race studies, queer studies, trans studies, history of the book, and studies of
globalization and transnationalism. We seek an outstanding scholar with a strong commitment to excellent undergraduate teaching and mentorship in a liberal arts environment. The position carries a standard five-course annual teaching load, and entails teaching introductory and intermediate-level courses in early modern literature, including Shakespeare and non-dramatic poetry and prose, as well as upper division
courses in the areas of the candidate’s field(s) of specialization, advising students, mentoring senior theses, and contributing to the general education curriculum. Faculty responsibilities additionally include professional achievement and governance and engagement, as described in Article II of the Bates College Faculty Handbook. Successful candidates will contribute to inclusive and evidence-based teaching,
maintain an active program of scholarship, and participate in the life and governance of the College. Bates College is a residential liberal arts college located in Lewiston, Maine. Faculty scholarship and creative work at Bates are robustly supported by start-up packages, a paid pre-tenure leave, support for post-tenure sabbaticals, internal grants, professional travel funding, and a well-staffed external grants
office. Community-engaged learning—with community partnerships facilitated by the Harward Center for Community Partnerships—and study abroad are both broadly encouraged and institutionally supported. Pedagogical development and innovation is further buttressed by our Center for Inclusive Teaching and Learning. Educational access and racial justice are central to Bates’ history and mission and our faculty-led
initiatives reflect this commitment. Qualifications A Ph.D. is required by the start of the contract. Application Instructions The anticipated salary range for this position is $87,000–$91,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position begins July 2027. Required application materials include: ● Cover letter ● Curriculum vitae ● Statement of teaching philosophy ● A list of three recommenders
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