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Assistant Professor of English
Accepting applications
About this position
McPherson College seeks an enthusiastic student-centered professor to join the English Department for the 2026-27 academic year as an Assistant Professor of English. This is a full-time, tenure-track position.
The successful candidate will assume responsibility for providing 24 credit hours of instruction in English per academic year. The person in this appointment will primarily teach composition, maintain regular office hours, attend meetings, assist with advising and recruiting, participate in the governance of the college, and perform other duties within the scope of this position as assigned.
A Ph.D. degree in English is preferred (ABD candidates as well as candidates with Masters degrees will also be considered for this appointment). The ideal candidate is a writing specialist committed to innovation in composition instruction. Strong candidates will also have teaching or scholarly experience in college composition, technical writing, professional writing, business writing, medical writing, and/or creative writing. Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of high-quality teaching experience at the collegiate level. Demonstrated knowledge of assessment practices in composition is required. Candidates must possess the ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods, relate to diverse students, and facilitate student learning.
McPherson College is a career-focused liberal arts institution that educates whole people through scholarship, participation, and service. Located in Central Kansas with convenient access to Wichita, Manhattan, Lawrence and Kansas City, McPherson is a growing community that provides endless possibilities locally and in the immediate region. The college has set an ambitious vision through its Community by Design 2.0 strategic plan and has recently announced the formation of the Ward-Burkholder endowment of $1.5 Billion in estate gift commitments. McPherson College has also been recognized by its employees as a “Great College to Work For” for 11 years in a row.
To apply: Complete the online application by clicking the Apply now link and submit a letter of interest addressing your ability to meet the qualifications specified in this position announcement. Other required application materials include a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable during the search and screening process), and a list of names of and contact information for three professional references, which can all be uploaded with the application.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Inquiries can be sent to Dr. Matt Skillen, Vice President for Academic Affairs, at skillenm.
Employee Benefits
McPherson College is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include:
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including separate sick leave
- 17 Paid Holidays annually
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer contribution
- Undergraduate Tuition Assistance for immediate family members
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance coverage
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
McPherson College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and encourages applications from women and people from traditionally under-represented groups.
Equal Opportunity
McPherson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, GINA (the Genetic Nondiscrimination Identification Act), sexual orientation, pregnancy and other related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. This policy also includes applicants.
Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment in violation of this policy is also prohibited.