The Gender and Women’s Studies Program and the English Department at Pomona College seek a specialist in American literature for a joint-appointed one-year replacement position. Teaching load is 3/2 and includes two courses in GWS of which at least one will be advanced feminist theory, two courses cross-listed to English and GWS, and one cross-listed or targeted course of candidate’s choice. Interdisciplinary approaches are welcome. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas: transnational feminist theory, American literature in a transnational framework, Asian-American/Asian Diasporas, multi-ethnic American literature, gay/lesbian/queer/ transgender studies.
Applicants should send dossier including letter of application, curriculum vitae, two letters of recommendation, teaching portfolio or statement with sample syllabi and teaching evaluations if available. Pomona College, a member of the Claremont Colleges consortium thirty miles east of Los Angeles, California, is a highly-selective liberal arts institution with a diverse student body.  Pomona College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and members of under-represented groups.
Complete applications received by March 5, 2007 will receive full consideration. Send applications to: Professor Valorie D. Thomas, Coordinator, Gender and Women’s Studies Program, Pomona College, 140 West Sixth Street, Claremont, CA 91711.
