Assistant Professor – Digital Humanities (Literature)

About the role

Nile University’s School of Digital Humanities is seeking an Assistant Professor to teach and research in Literature, with a focus on transcultural identity, comparative literature, and digital culture. The position is full‑time and involves both undergraduate and postgraduate instruction.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English Language and Literature, covering transcultural identity, comparative literature, and digital culture.
• Develop, review, and continuously improve course syllabi, teaching materials, assessments, and learning activities.
• Supervise undergraduate graduation projects and postgraduate theses, and serve on examination and defence committees.
• Conduct high‑quality scholarly research and publish in reputable, peer‑reviewed international journals.
• Contribute to accreditation, quality assurance, and assurance of learning processes.
• Participate in curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to support student success.
• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary teaching, research, and community engagement.
• Engage in academic, administrative, and professional service activities at the school, university, and community levels.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Literature, Comparative Literature, Digital Humanities, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and student supervision.
• Strong record of scholarly publications in reputable peer‑reviewed journals.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research involving digital tools applied to humanities subjects.
• Evidence of contribution to academic service, quality assurance, and accreditation activities.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Required skills

• None specified

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a research‑focused, entrepreneurial university.
• Access to interdisciplinary collaborations and digital humanities resources.
• Support for professional development and scholarly activities.