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Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a one-year visiting position in the Department of American Studies beginning August 2025. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications. Appointment is for nine months (August - May). This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in American Studies (or a closely related discipline). The successful applicant would be expected to teach the introductory course in American Studies and/or courses that contribute to the College's general education program, "Connections." We welcome all applications, particularly from those whose teaching and research areas are in at least one of the following: drugs (culture and/or the law); disasters/pandemics and the environment; and/or animals/animality. We are particularly interested in applicants who can bring a global perspective to their courses. Teaching experience required. Teaching load is 3/3.

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/163414): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s)(unofficial copies are fine); a holistic statement on your approach to inclusive excellence in teaching and student success; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of two reference names (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). For full consideration, applications should be received by March 14, 2025.

Pursuant to cultivating an inclusive college community, the search committee will holistically assess the qualifications of each applicant. We will consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic. Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator, Ann Wagoner, awagoner@fandm.edu . Franklin and Marshall College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.