Rhetoric/Composition 2011

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Abilene Christian University (Abilene, TX)
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Subfield/description: "The Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track position. All areas of English will be considered, but expertise in rhetoric and composition, technical/professional writing, new media, or world literature are preferred. Background in religious studies or the integration of faith and literature is desirable. Ph.D. prefferred, ABD required."

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 * "Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active, faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university . . . For all positions, send "Faculty Employment Application" with: Teaching philosophy; how faith informs teaching; research and professional activities; discussion of your spiritual journey; curriculum vitae; transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work; and names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to the respective contact person."
 * Really! No diversity problem there--because they don't have any!

Alfred State College (NY)
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"Alfred State College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of English beginning January 2011. We seek to hire a specialist in either Technical and Professional Writing or Composition/Rhetoric, with background in Technical/Professional Writing. Qualifications: Ph.D. in at time of appointment; evidence of successful teaching."

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Angelo State University (San Angelo, TX)
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Subfield/description: 'The Department of English at Angelo State University announces a tenure-track position in technical and business writing. Specializations in new media and distanced education are desired. Teaching load is normally twelve hours per semester, including upper-level courses in technical and business writing along with courses in first-year composition. Knowledge in the field of technical and business writing with specializations in new media and distance education desired. Ph.D. in English with specialization in technical and business writing is required by August 2011.

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Boise State
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"Tenure-track assistant professor position in rhetoric and composition, beginning Fall 2011. Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition required by time of appointment. The successful applicant will teach graduate and undergraduate courses, including first-year writing, and participate in first-year writing program administration. Applicants with teaching and research interest in rhetorical history and theory, digital rhetoric, and/or research in online writing environments are especially encouraged to apply. The standard teaching load is 3/2, with load reductions for administrative work. Excellent teaching, scholarly publication, and service are required for academic advancement."

Deadline: Review of applications received by October 15, 2010 will begin immediately. Applications received after that date may be considered if the position is not filled from the initial applicant pool.

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CalPoly-San Luis Obispo
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Assistant Professor in Technical Communication, English Department, at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo to begin September 12, 2011. Ability in a secondary field is strongly desirable; areas of interest might include literature, composition and rhetoric, or new media studies. For job details, qualifications and instructions (online faculty application required) please visit https://WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG and apply to Requisition #102135.

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Carnegie Mellon
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"The Rhetoric Program in the Department of English at Carnegie Mellon seeks applications for an Assistant Professor (entry level or advanced) position with expertise in the history of rhetoric and the rhetorical tradition, and/or rhetorical theory and argument. The teaching load is 2/2. The ideal candidate would combine this background with the ability to contribute undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of digital media, including document design and web development, or in rhetorical grammar or style. We particularly welcome applicants with active research agendas in the general areas of the public sphere, global studies and intercultural discourse, environmental rhetoric, workplace studies, or political rhetoric and communication."

Deadline: Applications postmarked on or before November 1 will be ensured full consideration.

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Colby College (Waterville, Maine)
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Subfield/description: "Tenure-track Assistant Professor position/Writer's Center Directorship for a composition specialist with a Ph.D. in Rhetoric/Composition or its equivalent. Responsibilities include administering the Writer's Center; teaching introductory and advanced writing courses; and taking a leadership role in campus initiatives to improve communication skills. Experience with ESL necessary; experience with Service Learning desirable. Ph.D. needs to be in hand by August 2011.

Deadline: Until Filled -- Review of applications will begin on November 15 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviewing will take place at MLA in January.

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College of Coastal Georgia
"The College of Coastal Georgia (CCGA) is currently seeking applications for an Assistant/Associate Professor of English position offered by the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The successful candidate will possess an earned doctorate in English, Rhetoric, and Composition or a closely related field from a regionally accredited university by June 2011. Expectations include a commitment to teaching excellence in writing-intensive courses of the core curriculum, as well as to a leadership role in the development of a Writing Center. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the development and/or administration of a writing center."

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Columbia College (SC)
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"Assistant Professor of English (Digital Media) The Division of Languages and Literatures invites applications for an assistant professor or full-time lecturer. PhD required for tenure-track appointment; master’s degree with extensive professional experience considered. This teaching position requires expertise in journalism, particularly digital media. The division offers a focus in writing for print and digital media with flexible groupings of courses for students interested in writing, editing, publishing, and production careers in print media, public relations, digital video, and Web publishing. Teaching responsibilities may include foundational and advanced skills courses in digital video, convergence journalism or reporting, public relations, Web design, and substantive text editing, as well as first-year composition courses. Other duties include advising majors and assisting with internship supervision and networking. Enhanced skills in designing, analyzing, and using new media for written and visual communication preferred."

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 * Cross-posted at Drama, Speech, Film & New Media 2011

Haverford College
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"Director of the Writing Program and Professor of Rhetoric and Composition, rank open, beginning Fall, 2011. The successful candidate will assume leadership of the Writing Program and oversee the strengthening, relocation, and staffing of an expanded Writing Center whose general purpose will be to foster a vibrant culture of writing at Haverford."

Deadline: Applications received by November 19, 2010 will be given preference.

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Ithaca College (NY)
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"Department of Writing in the School of Humanities and Science at Ithaca College announces a search for a tenure-eligible position beginning in August 16, 2011. The successful candidate will teach first-year writing and advanced composition, advise students, publish, and participate in departmental governance. . . Qualifications: Ph.D. in Composition or Composition and Rhetoric by August 2011; demonstrated ability to teach first-year composition; and a record of research in the field of composition and rhetoric. In addition to expertise in first-year writing, we seek candidates with aptitude/experience in one or more of the following: writing program administration and assessment; advanced composition; composition theory; community-based learning and grant writing; new media and classroom technologies."

Deadline: No Deadline Stated (posted at HigherEdJobs 9/24/10)

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Juniata College
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"tenure-track position as an Assistant or Associate Professor, beginning in August 2011. This position requires a candidate with the ability to teach writing courses in professional writing and to develop, administer, and assess the department's Professional Writing Program. The successful candidate will teach 21 credits per year. Courses will include Freshman Composition each fall, as well as various professional writing courses."

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Long Island University-Brooklyn
"Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Composition and Rhetoric, with experience in Writing Center or Writing Program administration. Candidates with a background in Classical Rhetoric are preferred. A Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric or English is required."

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Loyola Maryland
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 Assistant Professor of Writing (Environmental Writing) 

The Department of Writing at Loyola University Maryland seeks a tenure-track assistant professor with a terminal degree in Rhetoric & Composition, Creative Writing, or Writing Studies to teach three sections per year of our core composition course (WR100) as well as advanced environmentally focused prose courses such as Nature Writing and Translating the Secrets of Science. The typical teaching load is six courses per academic year. Terminal degree must be in hand by August 15, 2011. Record of effective college-level teaching, including introductory composition; demonstrated commitment to teaching the first-year writing course; ability to teach upper-level environmentally focused prose courses; record of presentations and/or publications that demonstrates scholarly promise in hiring area; demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance writing instruction; commitment to Loyola's Jesuit educational mission. For more information about the Department of Writing, visit www.loyola.edu/writing.

Loyola University is a dynamic, highly selective Jesuit Catholic institution in the liberal arts tradition and is recognized as a leading independent, comprehensive university in the northeastern United States. The University welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to its unique educational mission. Loyola is an equal opportunity employer, seeking applicants from underrepresented groups. Additional information is available at www.loyola.edu

Apply at http://careers.loyola.edu. A letter of intent outlining potential fit with the program, C.V., writing samples, list of references may be attached at the appropriate prompt on the application. Three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Chair, Environmental Writing Search, Writing, Loyola University Maryland, 4501 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21210-2699. We prefer to request mission essay; teaching materials (e.g., sample syllabi and assignments); and transcripts after we have made a preliminary review of the candidates' qualifications. Priority will be given to applicants that apply by November 1, 2010.

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Cross-posted at CreativeWriting 2011

Marquette University (2 positions)
Link Use Posting Number 0601163 to find job

Two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Rhetoric and Composition Studies in the Department of English. (Either two beginning Assistant Professors or one beginning and one advanced Assistant Professor) Successful candidates will have expertise in any research area of Rhetoric and Composition Studies as well as interest in administration (after tenure) of First-Year Composition Program and/or Writing Center.

Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately, with applications accepted until October 20, 2010.

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Memphis College of Art
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"Full-time Assistant Professor, beginning August 2011. Position begins with a two-year appointment. Responsibilities: Teach three sections of freshman composition each semester. Participate in curriculum development, college community service, and student advising. Maintain scholarly activities consistent with the mission of a professional school. Qualifications: Ph.D. in English; rhetoric/composition specialty preferred. Will consider highly experienced ABD. Three years of full-time experience teaching first-year college composition preferred, complemented by knowledge of contemporary composition theory and practice. Commitment to teaching freshmen and the first-year experience. Knowledge of and/or experience working with developmental writers, ESL students, and students with learning disabilities. Experience and/or interest in writing center work. Eagerness to participate fully in the education of the visual artist."

Deadline: Application deadline for MLA interview: November 15, 2010.

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Monmouth College (Illinois)
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"Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to coordinate our Communication Across the Curriculum (CAC) Program, a comprehensive four-year program in which communication is intentionally integrated across the curriculum. Requires a terminal degree in Communication, Composition & Rhetoric, English, or another field combined with extensive experience in communication/writing."

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Montclair State (NJ)
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"Assistant Professor of English, beginning Fall 2011. Full-time, tenure-track position in Writing Studies. Teach courses in rhetorical theory and contemporary composition theory and practice at advanced undergraduate and graduate levels. Secondary expertise open."

Deadline: Application screening will begin on October 15 and continue until position is filled.

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Marlboro College (VT)
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"Marlboro College, a liberal arts institution of 300 students and 45 faculty, invites applications from broadly trained, dedicated teachers for a full-time, tenure-track position in an interdisciplinary writing program. Responsibilities include teaching three expository writing courses each year, sharing responsibility for the Clear Writing Program, and providing other interdisciplinary tutorials and courses. Experience teaching writing in college-level, content-based courses and ability to support advanced undergraduate work in a liberal arts field other than writing is necessary; applicants from fields in the social sciences or environmental studies are particularly encouraged. PhD required by start date."

Deadline: Application consideration begins November 5, 2010; position begins August 2011. Interviews are to be held at MLA.

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Murray State (KY)
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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Rhetoric and Composition

Deadline: November 1

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North Carolina Central
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"The Department of English and Mass Communication invites applications for a tenure-track position in Linguistics and Composition. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Linguistics in hand and be prepared to teach traditional Linguistics courses as well as first-year composition, upper-level writing, and literature courses. Evidence of successful college-level teaching and scholarly potential is expected. Preference will be given to applicants with certification in ESL and a demonstrated commitment to composition and rhetoric."

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Norfolk State University, (Norfolk, VA)
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Subfield/description: "Teach a variety of courses in composition and literature (four courses per semester), advise students, serve on departmental, school, and University-wide committees, and support the mission of the University. Flexible generalist with an earned doctorate in English and successful teaching experience, preferably in higher education. Evidence of scholarly pursuits is also preferred. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in teaching traditional and online composition classes, grant-writing, and in developing and implementing non-traditional course delivery methods."

Deadline: September 15, 2010

Effective Date: January 3, 2011

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 * "Founded in 1935, Norfolk State University adheres to the traditional purpose of the Historically Black University and espouses the tradition of service to its students, its alumni, the academy, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world."

Northwest Missouri State
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"Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Composition, beginning August 2011, to direct the university Writing Center and teach first-year composition and upper-level and graduate writing courses in our recently redesigned undergraduate and graduate programs. Teaching load is 3/3. Preference will be given to candidates able to teach courses for our new BS degree including classes in professional writing and editing, and writing and technology. Student support and committee work required. Applicants should have successful teaching experience at the college level, evidence of ongoing scholarship, and a PhD in Composition (ABD with doctorate within first year of employment may be acceptable)."

Deadline: Screening will begin November 1st and will continue until position is filled. Interviews at the 2011 MLA convention in Los Angeles.

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Northwestern College (Minnesota)
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Subfield/description: '"Northwestern College is an evangelical, non-denominational Christian College....Specific duties include teaching college composition courses and professional writing courses....Qualifications: Ph.D. required in Composition and Rhetoric, Professional and Technical Writing, or appropriately related fields."

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Penn State Hazelton
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Assistant Professor, (tenure-track). Qualifications: Ph.D. in English with a specialization in rhetoric and composition completed no later than August 1, 2011. Interest in participating in the growth of the newly established Professional Writing Minor at the campus is desired.

Deadline: Application review begins November 1, 2010 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

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Penn State -Shenango (Sharon, PA)
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Subfield/description: "Penn State Shenango invites applications for a faculty position in English, Assistant Professor, (tenure-track, 36 weeks) to begin August 2011, or as negotiated. Responsibilities: Teach three courses (9 credits) each semester using traditional and hybrid delivery modes. Teaching assignments will be based on the successful candidate's areas of expertise, but will include some combination of English composition, literature, creative writing, or poetry, and may require teaching day, evening and/or Saturday classes as needed. Publish in refereed journals. Participate in course, curriculum, and program development. Advise students and provide career guidance. Participate in campus, university, and community service activities and in professional organizations. Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or related discipline. Although no area of specialization is preferred, experience tutoring students and teaching first-year composition and advanced disciplinary courses in writing is a plus. Evidence of potential in research and publication, or a record of publication, and a commitment to excellence in instruction in a learning-centered environment is expected. Interest in active and collaborative learning, the instructional use of technology, and hybrid and online teaching is an advantage. Prior college-level teaching experience preferred. Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment is important.

Deadline: Until filled -- Application review begins October 1, 2010 and continues until a suitable candidate is found.

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 * Also posted at Generalist 2011

Portland State University
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"Portland State University’s English department seeks an assistant professor (beginning or advanced level) for a tenure-track position in Rhetoric and Composition. Ph.D. required. This person will teach courses in rhetoric and composition at the graduate and undergraduate level, have experience with new media and digital learning, and knowledge of writing program administration. After a one to two-year period, the candidate will assume the position of Director of Rhetoric & Composition, coordinate the Writing Intensive Program (WIC), supervise the graduate teaching assistants, develop writing workshops for training faculty across the curriculum, be responsible for staffing composition courses, and publish in the field."

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Pratt Institute (NY)
FROM MLA JIL: Assistant or Associate Professor of Global Literature and Writing

"Pratt Institute’s Humanities and Media Studies Department seeks an interdisciplinary humanities scholar with a commitment to innovative / experimental pedagogy. We are especially interested in teacher-scholars whose primary work is in (1) world literatures / cultures in transnational perspective, especially nonwestern; and (2) interdisciplinary pedagogies of writing, media, and visual arts, demonstrating an awareness of writing as a practice in relation to economics, politics, technology, and community. The successful candidate will have expertise in critical theory and be committed to incorporating diversity into curriculum and pedagogy.

The successful candidate should also be able to take leadership of an evolving Freshman English curriculum designed for students majoring in art and design, for several years. The faculty member will contribute to the ongoing coordination of the first-year writing sequence, nurturing its connections with the Department’s other disciplinary and transdisciplinary missions, and teach other courses in his/her fields of interest. Ideally, candidate will have a Ph.D. in a humanities discipline and three years of teaching experience, with scholarly achievements appropriate to level of experience.

To apply, please send letter, CV and writing sample (c. 20 pages) by Nov. 1 to Search Committee Chair, Humanities and Media Studies Dept., Pratt Institute, 200 Willoughby Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11205. Please do not send reference letters at this time. We plan on interviewing at MLA."

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 * Cross-posted at Comparative 2011

Purdue University
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"The Department of English at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in Rhetoric and Composition, with expertise in Professional Writing. Applicants must have a demonstrated research interest in professional and technical writing, as well as experience teaching such undergraduate courses as research for professional writers, writing in the professions, document/web design, or visual rhetoric. Teaching load is 2-2. Responsibilities also include service on dissertation committees. Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or closely allied field is required."

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Scripps College
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"tenure-track Director of the Writing Program. Appointment will be at the advanced assistant professor level. . . . The teaching load is five courses per year, with one course release to direct the Writing Program. Advising and thesis supervision are expected from tenured and tenure-track appointments. Participation in the Core Curriculum in Interdisciplinary Humanities Program is expected. While the candidate’s disciplinary focus is open, their primary area of interest and expertise must be writing."

Deadline: Review of applications will begin on October 25, 2010 and continue until the search is completed.

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Shepherd University (WV)
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"The Department of English and Modern Languages at Shepherd University is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in Rhetoric and Composition with employment beginning in August 2011. Although ABDs will be considered, candidates must have Ph.D. in hand by hire date. In addition to teaching all levels of classes (first-year general studies courses through upper-division seminars), the successful candidate for this position will serve as Director of Composition, supervising composition faculty and managing program assessment. The position carries a (reduced) teaching load of three classes per semester. Candidates with teacher certification, experience in administering composition programs, and in assessment are especially encouraged to apply. Shepherd University is a public, liberal arts institution located in Shepherdstown, WV, a picturesque community 75 miles west of Washington, DC. Qualified individuals can apply for this position at https://jobs.shepherd.edu. Applicants should to include cover letter, CV, list of graduate courses taken, and statement of teaching philosophy. '''Complete application packages due October 29. A short list of candidates will be interviewed by phone in December'''."

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Siena College (NY)
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"tenure-track position in Composition/Rhetoric and Oral Communications"

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St. John Fisher (NY)
"tenure track position in English. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in rhetoric/composition or English with a strong focus on rhetoric/composition (degree in hand by September 2011) and should be prepared to teach introductory and upper level courses in writing and rhetoric. A specialty in the history of rhetoric and writing pedagogy is desirable. Successful teaching experience is essential."

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Tarleton State (TX)
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"Assistant Professor of English. Technical writing and professional communication. Candidates will have expertise in technical communication theory and pedagogy, related software applications, and instructional technology. PhD in English with an emphasis in technical communication or rhetoric required. The successful candidate will assume a leadership role in the department's Technical Writing degree program. . . Application information can be found at http://www.tarleton.edu/hr/prospective/index.html, "Employment Opportunities" link."

Deadline: No Deadline Stated (posted in Chronicle 9/22/10)

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Towson University (MD)
"Tenure-track appointment starting August 2011. Professional Writing specialist. Sub-fields may include business writing, grant writing, communication for the nonprofit sector, editing, and related fields of writing for the workplace. Candidates must possess a demonstrated commitment to teaching and evidence of a promising research agenda. Three-course load each semester for initial three-year appointment; load afterwards dependent upon scholarly productivity. Ph.D. in appropriate discipline must be conferred by time of appointment. "

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University of Central Oklahoma (Edmond, OK)
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Subfield/description: '"Teach four courses per semester, including upper-division and graduate courses in technical/professional writing and First-Year Composition sections. Engage in scholarship and in service at the department, college and university levels. Earned doctorate required by August 2011"

Deadline: 12/01/2010

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University of Dayton
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"Tenure-track position in Rhetoric and Composition, with expertise in new media and/or digital literacies."

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University of Hawaii, Manoa
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"ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH, full-time, tenure-track position in Composition and Rhetoric (C/R), with an emphasis in rhetorical theory and practice, beginning August 1, 2011 (position number 82532); position contingent upon funding and availability. Teaching Duties: teach introductory, upper-division, MA- and PhD-level courses in C/R; 2-2 teaching load first year and at least one other year during probationary period; 3-2 load in other years, with reductions available for administrative duties in C/R. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric, or equivalent; dissertation and/or publications in C/R; strong commitment to teaching, research, and service; evidence of scholarly activity and potential in the field. Desirable Qualifications: research and teaching interests in one or more areas that focus on rhetorical history, contemporary rhetorical theory, comparative cultural rhetorics, place-based rhetorics (particularly of the Asia-Pacific), and/or rhetorical criticism; administrative experience."

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University of Idaho
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"Assistant Professor of English, Specialization in Rhetoric and Professional/Technical Communication (Tenure Track)."

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University of Maryland
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"Assistant Professor in Rhetoric/Composition. Specialty preferred in composition studies, electronic literacy, and new media. Starting Fall 2011; tenure-track appointment. Salary competitive and dependent upon qualifications. PhD required or expected by time of appointment; publications and teaching experience preferred. For best consideration, please submit letter of application, c.v., and a 25-page writing sample by October 25, 2010. Application and materials must be submitted online at http://jobs.umd.edu. Application information is also available at http://www.english.umd.edu/employment."

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University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)
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"The English Department at the University of Michigan expects to make an appointment in Composition and Rhetoric in 2011-2012. We are particularly interested in innovative scholars at the entering or advanced Assistant or beginning Associate level, and we are excited to consider a broad range of areas of specialization, including, for example, rhetorical theory and/or history, genre studies, technologies of literacy, discourse studies, and new media writing."

Deadline: Oct. 20, 2010

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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Tenure-Track, "composition and rhetoric specialist. Areas of interest that are especially welcome include cultural/cross-cultural rhetorics, digital rhetorics/literacies, K-college literacy and assessment and writing pedagogy. The successful candidate will work with an active, collaborative faculty to provide leadership by working with any of the program's areas of emphasis, including the Nebraska Writing Project, the Faculty Leadership for Writing Initiative, the Writing Center and writing program administration."

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University of North Carolina Asheville
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"Assistant/Associate Professor of Rhetoric and Composition"

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University of North Carolina Wilmington
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"tenure-track assistant professorship in professional and technical writing"

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University of North Texas
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"Tenure-track assistant professorship in rhetoric/composition, beginning August 2011. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in rhetoric/composition, relevant teaching experience and an active program of scholarly research. Preference will be given to research interests in cross-cultural/transnational rhetorics and rhetorics of science, but all specializations within rhetoric/composition are encouraged to apply. The typical teaching load for junior faculty is 2/2, with regular opportunities to teach upper-division and/or graduate courses. We offer a competitive salary, considerable research/travel support, and the chance to help shape a growing program in rhetoric/composition. Please apply online at https://facultyjobs.unt.edu by 10/22/10; include a cover letter, curriculum vita, and an article-length writing sample; please also send 3 letters of reference to Prof. John G. Peters, Acting Chair, Department of English, University of North Texas, 1155 Union Circle #311307, Denton, TX, 76203-5017."

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University of Oklahoma
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"Assistant Professor of English in Composition, Rhetoric, and Literacy Studies for a C/R/L graduate program established in 1988. The candidate will serve as co-director of First-Year Composition, with the goal of becoming sole director at the conclusion of the pre-tenure period. Required: PhD in hand by July 2011 with course work, exams, and dissertation in composition and rhetoric studies. The successful applicant will demonstrate command of recent research on writing assessment and/or program administration, while showing strong potential for publication and a capacity to teach advanced undergraduate and graduate offerings. 1-2 teaching load during initial phase; 1-1 when candidate assumes director position."

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University of Rhode Island
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"Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric, Community-Based/Interdisciplinary Writing" (tenure-track)

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University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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"University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is seeking a Rhetoric/Composition scholar to join its graduate and undergraduate programs and to direct the university's first-year writing program. Position requires Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, successful experience directing a writing program, a record of teaching excellence, and an active research agenda, with publications warranting appointment at or immediate promotion to the Associate Professor rank."

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University of Utah
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"The University Writing Program (UWP) of the University of Utah has an opening for an entry level Assistant Professor beginning July 2011, with a joint, tenure-track appointment in the Department of English. We seek a compositionist with a broad understanding of historical and contemporary perspectives, with a demonstrated interest in writing pedagogies for the 21st century. We seek a candidate with a promising and well-articulated research program, curricular versatility in undergraduate writing, and the ability to contribute eventually to our graduate program. Teaching load is 2/2 or the equivalent, including initially limited administrative responsibilities. The University Writing Program is responsible for undergraduate writing instruction, cross-curricular writing initiatives, the University Writing Center, a Literacy Studies Minor, and a Ph.D. program in Rhetoric and Composition shared with three departments. Its faculty members have the following research interests: pedagogy, cultural studies, critical discourse analysis, literacy studies, history of rhetoric, composition theory, and writing in the disciplines and professions. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Applicants should direct a letter and vita to Maureen Mathison, Director, University Writing Program, 255 S. Central Campus Dr, Rm 3700, Salt Lake City, UT 84112-0495. Deadline: 5 November 2010. The UWP website is located at http://www.hum.utah.edu/uwp/"

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University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
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"Director of first-year writing program. Open rank, tenure-track beginning September 1, 2011. Ph.D. in English, specialization in rhetoric/composition required. Expectations include background in writing program administration and college level teaching experience; an active research and publication agenda; and ability to teach a range of upper-level and graduate courses in rhetoric and composition as well as general education courses in literature and composition."

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University of Wisconsin - Stout (2 positions)
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"Two Assistant Professor, entry-level positions . . . Degree in Rhetoric and Composition or related field; Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered. Expertise in one of the following areas is desirable: ESL or developmental writing. Willingness to pursue grants is a requirement. Willingness to use technology in the classroom is essential since we are a laptop campus. Expertise or interest in on-line delivery preferred. Ph.D. and research are required for promotion and tenure."

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Wake Forest
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"WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY’S Department of English invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, Beginning or Advanced, or a tenured Associate Professor in a new writing program. We are particularly interested in candidates with a Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric, although we will consider exceptionally strong candidates in literature who have experience with writing program administration, WAC/WID, writing minors, and/or curriculum design. Candidates must exhibit a commitment to teaching and the vision and energy to contribute to the design and development of an excellent writing program at a University where student admission is standardized-test optional. Teaching load is nine courses over four semesters (2 years); course reductions are possible when candidate assumes a leadership position in the writing program. Teaching responsibilities include first-year writing courses (typically capped at 16 students); Advanced Composition courses (capped at 15); and possibility to develop courses in the program."

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Washington University in St. Louis
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Director of College Writing Program

"We seek a new director to help develop a changing and growing writing program. Qualifications to include a terminal degree in English or related field (Ph.D. required); a demonstrated commitment to excellence in writing and writing instruction; substantial experience in writing program administration, in working with colleagues across departments, and in the mentoring of young instructors. Two-course teaching load per year, including the training seminar for new teachers. Appointment as Professor of the Practice of Writing, a non-tenure-track, renewable (3-5 year contract) faculty position."

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Western Kentucky University (Assistant, Professional Writing)
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Assistant Professor: "tenure-track position in Professional Writing"

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Western Kentucky University (Assistant/Associate Comp/Rhet)
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"The English Department at Western Kentucky University seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in composition/rhetoric which includes directing the WKU Writing Project, a local site of the NWP. Appointment begins August 2011. Requirements: Doctorate in composition/rhetoric or related field; demonstrated excellence in and commitment to teaching and general education; record of scholarly and professional activities. Preferred: Experience with the NWP or other professional development programs for teachers; experience in grant writing; facility with pedagogical applications of technology. K-12 teaching experience a plus."

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West Virginia University (2 positions)
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Two tenure-track assistant professors in rhetoric and composition, starting August 2011:

1) Assistant Professor of Professional Writing and Editing

2) Assistant Professor – Undergraduate Writing Coordinator

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Whitworth College (WA)
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Assistant/Associate Professor of English: "Ph.D. in English with concentration in Composition and Rhetoric to serve as tenure-track English professor and Director of Composition. Desire experience teaching upper- and lower-division courses, assessing writing, training composition faculty. Six course load per year. Subspeciality in an ethnic American literature desired. Load includes advising, faculty governance, participation on WAC committee. Salary competitive. Send cover letter and vita (including 3 references), undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial allowed), 3 recent sets of course evaluations, 3 recent syllabi and letters of recommendation, and a personal essay relating your teaching and Christian faith (http://www.whitworth.edu/facultyessay) to: Human Resource Services, Chair, English Department Search, Whitworth University, 300 W. Hawthorne Rd., Spokane, WA 99251 or [mailto:jobs@whitworth.edu jobs@whitworth.edu]. Priority given to complete dossiers received before November 1, 2010. MLA interviews."

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Wright State University (OH)
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"Tenure-track assistant professor to teach courses in visual rhetoric and document design, digital rhetoric, technical and professional writing, technical editing, and other graduate and undergraduate courses in writing and rhetoric. http://www.wright.edu/cola/Dept/eng/ Required: Ph.D. in Technical Communication, Professional Communication, Digital Rhetoric, Writing Studies, [Composition and Rhetoric] or related field by August 30, 2011. Strong background in and evidence of successful teaching of theory and pedagogy of scientific and technical communication, rhetoric and technology, visual rhetoric, document design, technical writing, technical editing, intercultural professional communication, composition, and/or related subjects. Experience teaching writing in computer environments; workplace experience in professional or technical writing. Teaching responsibilities include seven courses over three quarters (in 2011-12); five courses over two semesters from fall 2012 onward. Courses will include graduate and undergraduate courses in primary field(s), business writing, and first- and second-year writing courses. Salary competitive. WSU is an AA/EOE employer. To apply: letter describing academic training, teaching experience and philosophy; syllabus for a current or proposed course in advanced technical writing, visual rhetoric, or related topic; c.v.; three letters of reference by November 30, 2010. Materials must be submitted electronically to https://jobs.wright.edu."

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Yonsei University (Seoul, South Korea)
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Subfield/description: '"The Department of English Language and Literature, Yonsei University, Seoul, Korea, invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in either Psycholinguistics or Rhetoric and Composition. Position begins March 1, 2011."

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York College of Pennsylvania
"tenure-track, assistant professor position in Rhetoric and Composition . . . Candidates with an interest in teaching, researching, administering, or assessing first-year writing are strongly preferred; secondary interests in writing across the curriculum, writing and new media, writing centers, professional writing, or other areas are welcome."

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