12-Month Term, Department of English, Drama & Creative Writing – Faculty of Arts at Brandon University

The Department of English, Drama and Creative Writing invites applications for a 12-month term position. The successful candidate will teach the following courses:

30.147 Literary Traditions (two sections)
20/30.373 Medieval Drama
30.380 Geoffrey Chaucer: The Resurgence of English
30.463 Themes in Medieval Literature

The successful candidate will join a department with supportive colleagues that are actively working towards equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization in their research and teaching programs. The candidate will have opportunities to develop their career and have access to a Professional Development Allowance. Additionally, multiple professional mentorship opportunities are available to the successful candidate. Willingness to participate collegially in service to the department, university, and the community that it serves will be expected.

Qualifications: The essential qualification is a PhD in English Literature with a specialization in the medieval period or a PhD in a related / interdisciplinary field. ABD applicants nearing completion prior to the start date of the appointment may be considered. Applicants may seek to establish an experiential/traditional equivalency to the Doctorate degree and are invited to contact the Office of the Dean of Arts on how to establish equivalent academic or professional credentials. Applicants must demonstrate teaching competence and expertise in the field and must have an active research agenda. Experience with theatre and/or drama would be considered an asset.

Rank: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026 or until position is filled.

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Internal Applicants: Qualified internal applicants are invited to apply. Internal applicants are current full-time or part-time Brandon University Faculty Association (BUFA) Members on a continuing or regular appointment (does not include Contract Academic Staff (CAS)), CAS who hold RFR in one (1) or more courses in the Department of English, Drama and Creative Writing, or the spouse/partner of a current full-time or part-time BUFA Member on a continuing or regular appointment. Internal applicants are required to identify as such in their letter of application.

To Apply:

• Letter of Application (to include details about candidate’s area of specialization and its relevance to the stated position requirements and preferences)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of teaching and research (including at least one course outline from a related course and at least one sample publication relevant to this position)
• Name and contact information for three references
• Citizenship/Canadian Immigration Status

Please submit application package to:

Dr. Gregory Kennedy, Dean of Arts
Brandon University
[email protected]

Issued Jan. 8, 2026

Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at [email protected]. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.