About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Applied English program at UNT Dallas offers an innovative program that develops students as writers and critical thinkers about language and communication, all while focusing on specific marketable skills that will serve them for future employment or graduate school. The program blends the study of writing, rhetoric, literature, linguistics, and new media, and is designed to be interdisciplinary, using insights from various academic fields to provide foundational knowledge and skills.

Position Overview

UNT Dallas is a dynamically growing institution, and the number of available adjunct positions is dependent on student enrollment, division needs, and approval of the Dean. Adjunct faculty plan classes and implement and evaluate teaching/learning objectives and student learning outcomes.

Adjunct faculty undertake the divisional and professional responsibilities of a part-time faculty member, including office hours.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in entry-level English courses, including Developmental Writing, College Writing I and II, Technical Writing, and World Literature.

Adjunct faculty members may be required to use certain texts and meet certain parameters set by the Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Rhetoric (LLR). Adjunct instructors will also be required to include, in their courses, certain student assessment measures determined by the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree in English, Rhetoric, Composition, or Creative Writing, with outstanding teaching experience in various English courses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge in the areas of writing, rhetoric, and/or literature.
• Strong teaching skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric, including 18 graduate hours in Rhetoric or Composition.
• Excellent communication skills in multicultural settings.
• Experience developing and teaching in-person, hybrid, and online courses, preferably on Canvas.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

As required to meet the academic schedule.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.