Professor / Associate / Assistant Professor (English and Literature) at the American University of Nigeria

The American University of Nigeria was founded in response to the need for a world-class university in sub-Saharan Africa. The University’s mission is to provide quality education to Nigeria and Africa’s future leaders in order to equip them with the skills needed to solve development issues on the continent, and give them the knowledge needed to create solutions that will benefit their community, their country and, ultimately, the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Professor / Associate / Assistant Professor (English and Literature) - Open Rank

Location: Yola, Adamawa
Hours: Full Time
Duration: 2/3 Years Renewable
Expected Start Date: August, 2020.

Job Description

• AUN is seeking a motivated Assistant Professor/Associate/Full Professor of English Language and Literature in the Department of English Language and Literature (ELL) who will be responsible for teaching, research and community service as may be requested by the Dean.
• The candidate contributes to preparing students to be applied, critical thinkers and problem solvers through innovative teaching and research.
• S/he will work closely with the Chair and Dean of the school in formulating and implementing course structures that would translate to effective teaching and learning of courses in line with the development philosophy of the American University of Nigeria. Besides the teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate is also expected to contribute to the department’s administration and scholarly work by carrying out and disseminating high quality research.
• The post-holder will be required to instruct courses, both introductory and advanced levels, in line with his or her area of expertise. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D in English Language and Literature at the time of applying.
• The area of specialization should be Language or Linguistics, with at least five (5) years of university-level teaching experience.  The candidate should be able to teach courses such as Semantics, Syntax, phonology, writing among other courses.
• The candidate should also be able to do other departmental and university-wide duties as assigned to them.
• S/he will possess established, or potential to establish, record of excellence in teaching, research and service.
• Candidates should possess a strong record of academic publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and other artistic renditions commensurate with career stage. International experience is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required. The right candidate must have a strong command of English language.

Job Purpose

• The successful candidate will teach courses in Language, and writing.
• Conduct research and publish papers in rigorous peer-reviewed journals.
• Promote the department’s research and scholarly activities by presenting research findings in seminars and conferences.
• Supervise research projects, tutor and mentor students.
• Lead or be part of other committees aimed at promoting research, curriculum development, staff welfare etc.
• Contribute to AUN’s community service and development.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair or the Dean.

Person Specification

• PhD in English and Literature (with concentration in Language or Linguistics).
• Experience in American Style of higher education
• Experience of teaching Semantics, Syntax, phonology, writing and other related courses, with at least five (5) years’ experience at University level education.
• An outstanding teaching and research record commensurate with career stage.
• Experience in problem centered approach to teaching and learning.
• Record of publication in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in Africa
• Experience of curriculum development
• Experience of organizing conferences and workshops
• Experience of developing research proposals for externally funded projects.

Salary

• Competitive

Application Closing Date
Open until Filled.

Interview Date
TBD