Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the full-time English faculty position. This position is located in River Forest, IL.

The English faculty member will teach general education courses in writing and literature, as well as all of the department's upper level courses in American Literature. The teaching load is 4-4 with an expectation of student advising, service to the university, and ongoing scholarship.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Teaches undergraduate English courses in composition and American Literature
• Assists Program Lead in program development and revision of courses
• Academically advises and mentors undergraduate students
• Maintains an active program of scholarship including presentations and publications
• Serves on faculty committees and carries out service activities (such as academic advising) as needed
• Carries out other responsibilities as recommended or assigned
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS).

Skill Sets:

• Strong administrative skills
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
• Exhibits a service mentality toward all stakeholders
• All communication with stakeholders is effective, professional, accurate, and timely
• Improves work performance and that of others by being receptive to and appropriately sharing information
• A record of successful teaching, scholarship, and service at the program or university level
• The ability to challenge, motivate and encourage students to high levels of academic and personal success

Minimum Experience Required:

3-5 years teaching with experience with first-year composition

Education Requirements:

• An earned PhD in English with a specialization in American Literature is required.
• Undergraduate certification or colloquy completion as a professional church worker in the LCMS is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
• Names and phone numbers of three references

• Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade, combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5,000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.