Valdosta State University s English Department is seeking an Assistant Professor of English with a specialization in African American literature to join a thriving program in African American Studies. A sub-specialty in African literature is also desirable but not required. Tenure-track position begins in fall 2010. In addition to teaching courses in the specialty, responsibilities would include freshman composition, other interdisciplinary courses, world literature surveys, and American literature survey courses. Teaching experience in these courses is helpful but not required. Departmental duties also include committee work, advising, professional development activities, and research leading to publication. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in hand by the position s starting date, August 1, 2010. Send letter of application, signed faculty application form (accessed at www.valdosta.edu/academic/documents/Faculty_Employment_APP.pdf ), curriculum vita, and a dossier that includes all university transcripts, a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to Dr. Mark Smith, Department of English, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA 31698. Review of applications begins March 15 and continues until position is filled. VSU is an equal opportunity educational institution. For more information call 229-333-5946 or email marksmit@valdosta.edu