Assistant Professor of English / Director of College Composition

About the role

The successful candidate will lead the university's College Composition program, with primary responsibility for curriculum development and assessment. They will also mentor English faculty in the teaching of first-year writing, including conducting peer observations of teaching, developing teaching resources, and cultivating a program culture that emphasizes open dialogue about teaching and resource sharing.

Responsibilities

• Administer the university's College Composition program, including oversight of curriculum, policy, and assessment.
• Mentor English faculty in the teaching of first-year writing, including conducting peer observations of teaching, developing teaching resources, and cultivating a program culture that emphasizes open dialogue about teaching and resource sharing.
• Fulfill all primary duties and contracted expectations in teaching, research, and service.
• Teach Composition I and II, upper-level courses in composition theory and praxis, and/or other courses assigned by department chair.
• Maintain regular office hours, advising, grading, and following university policies regarding teaching (e.g., reporting attendance and holding final exams during assigned times).
• Create, update, and submit course syllabi/outlines to the department and university platforms, as required by university and system policies.

Qualifications

• A PhD in English, with a specialization in composition studies, rhetoric, professional or technical writing, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of experience with writing program administration (this can include experience gained as a graduate student).
• Demonstrated success teaching various student populations.
• Evidence of an emerging research agenda in composition/writing studies, professional/technical writing, and/or rhetoric.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring faculty in the teaching of writing.
• Experience with curriculum development and/or program assessment.
• Experience with developing departmental AI policies, guidance, and resources.
• Experience advising and mentoring students beyond the classroom.
• Experience working with campus partners, including general education committees and student support units (e.g. the writing center).
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering communities of belonging.

Pay

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Schedule

This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter and yearly contract.