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Assistant Professor of English, Rhetoric & Composition Studies

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Work type: Faculty 9-Month
Location: Jacksonville (Main Campus)
Categories: Faculty

 

Assistant Professor of English, Rhetoric and Composition Studies

 

Position Description

We invite applications for an Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition Studies with specialty in Developmental/Basic Writing, a full-time, tenure-track position to begin August 2025.

This faculty member will teach introductory to graduate-level rhetoric and composition courses as well as First-Year Writing, speech, and literature, according to department practice and policy. Preference may be given to candidates with additional experience or expertise in TESOL/ESL/Second Language Studies and/or writing across the curriculum.

This faculty member will also conduct scholarly research sufficient for tenure and advancement and engage in appropriate service. A Ph.D. in English with a specialization in Developmental/Basic Writing by the appointment date is required. The ability to teach composition (especially developmental/basic writing) and evidence of excellent teaching and scholarly potential are also required. The salary is contingent upon qualifications, experience, and needs of the university. 

Application Requirements

  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation will be required of applicants who are advanced to the first round of interviews.

Department of English

The Department of English at Jacksonville State University offers an undergraduate degree with concentrations in creative writing, literature, and professional writing, as well as a master’s degree and several certificate and microcredential programs.  Faculty and students enjoy a wide range of courses; activities; events; internships; and study abroad, service, and experiential learning opportunities.

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