Assistant or Associate Professor of English and British Literature

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

Address of Job Location: 500 W University St, Shawnee, OK 74804

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Job Summary:

The Division of Language and Literature at Oklahoma Baptist University seeks an Assistant/Associate Professor of English with a concentration in British literature to teach upper-level electives in British literature, sophomore general education courses in literature of the Western World, and first-year composition. The successful candidate will have a strong dedication to Christian higher education, a clear vision for the integration of faith and learning, and a firm commitment to serving students through advising, mentoring, and general participation in the life of the Division.

Job Responsibilities:
· Teach a range of undergraduate courses in British literature (e.g., Renaissance through Eighteenth-Century, Romantic and Victorian, Shakespeare, Transatlantic Modernism).
· Teach other formative courses in the English core curriculum, including composition, introduction to literature, and OBU’s unique, co-taught Western Civilization courses that integrate history and literature.
· Participate in divisional events designed to foster community among students/faculty and strengthen enrollment/retention.
· Contribute to curriculum development and assessment, in Language and Literature.
· Serve on divisional and university committees as assigned by the Division Chair or Dean and advise students.
· Integrate a Christian worldview in all aspects of teaching, scholarship, and service.
· Supervise independent studies or undergraduate research in literature and writing.
· Support student and faculty writing development through workshops, mentoring, and campus events.
· Assist in organizing or moderating sessions for Visiting Writers Seminars, Lamppost Literary Conference, and Summer Writers Camp.
· Represent the Division at admissions and recruitment events, including outreach to area schools and community partners.
Engage in professional and faith-based organizations relevant to literature, writing, and education.

Job Requirements:
• Ph.D. in English, ABD considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Evidence of scholarly work Commitment to OBU’s mission as a Christian liberal arts university.
Education:
• Required: Ph.D. in English with a specialization in British Literature.
• ABD and / or MFA considered on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and lecture for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods.
• Sufficient mobility to move between offices, classrooms, and campus facilities.
• Visual and auditory ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues in person and electronically.
• Ability to travel occasionally for professional development or university-related activities.
Special Requirements:
• Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church.
*Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.

Expiration Date of Job Posting: March 01, 2026