Memorial University of Newfoundland

Department of English

VPA # ENGL – 2014 – 001

The Department of English Language and Literature invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2015. The areas of specialization are Medieval and Early Modern English Literatures. An area of concentration in Middle English is an asset. For an overview of departmental research clusters, applicants are encouraged to consult the departmental research page (www.mun.ca/english/research). A completed Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment. Please send a letter of application, CV, an example of scholarly work, evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Jennifer Lokash, Head, Department of English Language and Literature, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL   A1C 5S7. Phone: (709) 864-8277; fax (709) 864-4528; email: jlokash@mun.ca. All applications must reach the Head no later than

November 7, 2014. Shortlisted candidates will be notified in January, 2015. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. Applicants should indicate whether they are currently legally permitted to work in Canada.