Assistant Professor
University of San Diego · San Diego, California, US
Position Title & Department: Assistant Professor Posting # 5567 University Description: The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic ins...
Job description
Position Title & Department: Assistant Professor Posting #: 5567 University Description: The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges . Detailed Description: Job Duties: The University of San Diego seeks an Assistant Professor in San Diego, CA to teach introductory and upper-division English courses in our undergraduate programs. Teach dynamic study of literature across historical periods, geographical boundaries and diverse political and social contexts. Courses will teach critical reading, thinking, writing and research s...