Description
The Department of English at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Folklore, beginning in August of 2026.
Located in Baton Rouge, LSU is the flagship land-grant institution in Louisiana and a Research 1 (R1) University. We support research and teaching in a broad range of fields and many interdisciplinary programs.
Requirements: Ph.D.in Folklore, or in related field with clear expertise in folklore, by the time the position begins (August 2026); record of publication or strong promise of future scholarly achievement. Preference given to candidates who can teach and direct undergraduate and graduate research on folklore studies, including but not limited to folklore and cultures of the Americas, such as the U.S. South, Louisiana, the Caribbean, and/or the Gulf Region. We are also interested in applicants working in/with digital folklore and other innovative methodologies.
Teaching Expectations: The teaching load is 2/2 and consists of graduate and undergraduate courses including Intro to Folklore, American Folklore, Women and Folklore, and Topics in Folklore. The new hire in this position will also have the opportunity to design new courses and develop and work with existing interdisciplinary programs and collaborations; they are also expected to serve on graduate dissertation committees.
Research Expectations: Competitive candidates should maintain an active scholarly profile on par with the expectations of an R1 institution. The College provides support for research and faculty development.
Application Deadline: November 10, 2025.
Application Process: All materials should be submitted electronically at https://lsu.edu/hrm/careers/index.php; you can also find a copy of the ad there.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Application Materials:
1. Letter of application (2 pages)
2. Current CV
3. 2-3 page research statement
4. 20-30 page writing sample
5. Names (with contact information) of three referees from whom we may request confidential letters of recommendation.
Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted on Zoom in mid-December 2025.
Questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges may be addressed to the English Department administrator, Mr. Richard Landry, at rland26@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
September 22, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 10, 2025
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Requirements
Ph.D.in Folklore, or in related field with clear expertise in folklore, by the time the position begins (August 2026); record of publication or strong promise of future scholarly achievement. Preference given to candidates who can teach and direct undergraduate and graduate research on folklore studies, including but not limited to folklore and cultures of the Americas, such as the U.S. South, Louisiana, the Caribbean, and/or the Gulf Region. We are also interested in applicants working in/with digital folklore and other innovative methodologies.
