The West Virginia University Department of English plans to hire a
Coordinator of our Center for Literary Computing to begin August 16,
2001. Tenure track, beginning or advanced Assistant Professor
level. Evidence of ability to develop the Center as a resource for
research and instruction in new media and humanities computing for both
graduate and undergraduate students required. Specialization and scholarly
research in one or more of the following areas: new media studies;
technology and diversity studies; technology and pedagogy; writing in
digital media; literary, linguistic, or cultural studies of new media or
technology. Ph.D. required. Understanding of technical and administrative
issues a plus. Salary commensurate with experience. The Department offers
the M.A. and Ph.D., and will soon offer the M.F.A. Evidence of ability to
contribute to both the graduate and undergraduate programs expected. Award
of tenure and promotion to associate professor will be based on an
excellent record of publications supported by demonstrated excellence in
teaching. West Virginia University and the Department of English have a
strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We
strongly encourage applications from persons of color, women, and other
members of under-represented groups. AA/EOE. Send letter of application,
three letters of recommendation, and current c.v. to Timothy Dow Adams,
Chair. English Department, P.O. Box 6296, West Virginia University,
Morgantown, WV 26506-6296. Electronic submissions accepted. Review of
applications will begin March 1, 2001, and will continue until the position
is filled. For more information, please visit the Department's web site at
http://www.as.wvu.edu/english/
Timothy Dow Adams, Chair
Department of English
West Virginia University
P.O. Box 6296
Morgantown, WV 26506-6296
phone: (304) 293-3107 x 399
fax: (304) 293-5380
http://www.as.wvu.edu/english/