American Studies - 2024-25 Professional Track Faculty Pool

The Department of American Studies seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured positions to teach undergraduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. Appointments are usually made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes there is departmental need for an annual appointment. Positions are renewable annually, contingent upon budgetary funding and performance.

A PhD in American Studies, or related field, and a record of teaching excellence are preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vita, and three letters of reference.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.