Rhetoric/Composition 2012

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Augustana College - Assistant Professor / Writing Ctr. Director
Augustana College is currently seeking to fill the position of tenure-track assistant professor/Writing Center directorship for a composition specialist with a Ph.D. in rhetoric/composition or its equivalent.

Responsibilities include teaching classes in introductory and advanced composition (2/2 load) and a required seminar-level course in grammars, administering the Writing Center and its tutor program, and taking a leadership role in current and future campus initiatives to improve written communication skills. Experience with ELL necessary.

Ph.D. needs to be in hand by August 2012. In addition, the successful applicant will demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, professional scholarly activity, and the mission of a private, liberal arts, church-related college.

Salary is competitive, dependent upon qualifications, and includes excellent fringe benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Review of applications will begin immediately and close on November 11, 2011. Please apply electronically. Your application materials must include a cover letter, CV, three recent letters of recommendation, statement of teaching philosophy, research interests and administrative experience sent to the email address listed below.

The department chair is Dr. Patrick Hicks, [mailto:patrick.hicks@augie.edu patrick.hicks@augie.edu].

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Bowling Green State University - Assistant Professor
Tenure-track Assistant Professor. The English Department at Bowling Green State University seeks strong applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in rhetoric and composition. Candidates should have a strong and varied record of graduate courses in rhetoric and composition, a dissertation centered in rhetoric and composition, and scholarly interests aligned with the goals and curriculum of BGSU's Rhetoric & Writing PhD Program. Possible interests might include critical race theory, queer theory, non-Western rhetorics, argument theory, or Writing across the Curriculum. The successful candidate will teach courses in the doctoral program, work closely with Rhetoric & Writing PhD students on dissertations and examinations, and work with undergraduate students in writing and other courses, such as those that support the preparation of future secondary teachers. Doctorate in hand or by time of appointment.

See our website for a fuller description of the position ( http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/english ) and for information about the program in which the position is centered ( http://www.bgsu.edu/departments/engl ish/rcweb/rchome.htm).

Send letter outlining qualifications relevant to the position, CV which includes a list of graduate courses taken and brief descriptions of courses taught, at least three current letters of reference, and transcripts to Kristine Blair, Chair, English Department, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0191. Applications must be postmarked by November 10, 2011. The starting date of employment is mid August 2012.

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - Assistant Professor
Full-time, academic year, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Technical and Professional Communication, English Department at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo to begin September 10, 2012. 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 http://calpolyjobs.org and apply to Requisition #102384. Review Begin Date: November 15, 2011. EEO.

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College of the Holy Cross (MA) - Assistant Professor
The Department of English at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in rhetoric and composition. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate teaching as well as scholarly achievement. We therefore seek applicants whose work integrates composition theory and pedagogy, and who are interested in developing and teaching academic writing courses and rhetoric courses that will contribute to a curriculum based primarily in literature. Ph.D. required. The position does not entail the direction of a writing center; it carries a 3-2 teaching load (including introductory and advanced courses each term) with a full-salary one-semester research leave prior to tenure review and generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for senior faculty. The Holy Cross English Department uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. See http://www.interfolio.com/apply/3059 to apply. Through Interfolio, please submit a cover letter describing research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, statement on teaching, copies of unofficial transcripts, and three letters of recommendation addressed to Jonathan Mulrooney, Chair, Department of English, College of the Holy Cross. All application materials must be received by November 1, 2011. Interviews by invitation will be conducted at the MLA convention in Seattle. We invite candidates to learn more about our department at (http://academics.holycross.edu/english/).

The College of the Holy Cross is a highly selective Catholic liberal arts college in the Jesuit tradition. It enrolls about 2,700 students and is located in a medium-sized city 45 miles west of Boston. Holy Cross belongs to the Colleges of Worcester Consortium (http://www.cowc.org) and the New England Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (http://www.newenglandherc.org). The College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts laws concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action in the workplace.

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Georgia Southern University - Assistant Professor
University System of Georgia {C}Assistant Professor of Professional and Technical Writing—Search #59339 {C}College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences {C}Department of Writing and Linguistics

The Department of Writing and Linguistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Professional and Technical Writing. Georgia Southern University (www.georgiasouthern.edu), a member institution of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is one of Georgia’s premier universities. A residential university serving more than 20,000 students in fall 2010, Georgia Southern is recognized for providing all of the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller college. Founded in 1906, the University offers more than 100 campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The nearly 700 acre park-like campus is located in Statesboro, a classic Main Street community near historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island.

Within this setting, the Department of Writing and Linguistics—comprised of Creative Writing, Professional and Technical Writing, Linguistics, and Writing Studies—offers the Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Linguistics and is responsible for the delivery of First-Year Writing. The Department offers a minor in Technical Writing and a second discipline concentration in Technical Writing for students in the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program. The Department is an active participant in the Online Bachelor of General Studies program housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences and is in the process of developing an online graduate certificate in Professional and Technical Writing. The Department is home to the University Writing Center and the Georgia Southern Writing Project, a site of the National Writing Project. The Department hosts the annual Student Success in Writing Conference and co-hosts the Georgia International Conference on Information Literacy. The ideal candidate will contribute to the growth and development of the Professional and Technical Writing area, the online Bachelor of General Studies program, along with other Department programs and activities.

Position Description. Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Writing and Linguistics, the Assistant Professor of Professional and Technical Writing position requires teaching, service, and research responsibilities and a terminal degree. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester with primary assignment in Professional and Technical Writing. The position is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications: {C}• Ph.D. in Technical, Professional, or Scientific Writing, or a closely related field by August 1, 2012 {C}• Scholarly agenda in the area of Technical, Professional, or Scientific Writing or closely related field {C}• Experience teaching with technology {C}• Evidence of excellence in teaching

Preferred Qualifications: {C}• Peer-reviewed publications in Technical, Professional, or Scientific Writing {C}• At least one year of full-time teaching experience {C}• Experience developing and teaching online courses and programs {C}• Interest or experience in writing grants

Priority consideration will be given to applications postmarked by October 17, 2011. The position starting date is August 1, 2012. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names and contact information of three professional references. Additional documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to:

Dr. Timothy D. Giles, Search Chair, Search #59339 {C}Department of Writing and Linguistics {C}Georgia Southern University {C}P. O. Box 8026 {C}Statesboro GA 30460-8026 {C}Electronic mail: tgiles@georgiasouthern.edu {C}Telephone: 912-478-0739

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/writing.

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Georgia Southern - Lecturer (4 Positions)
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY {C}University System of Georgia {C}Lecturer—Search #59336 (Four positions) {C}College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences {C}Department of Writing and Linguistics

The Department of Writing and Linguistics in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites applications for the position of Lecturer (NTT). Georgia Southern University (www.georgiasouthern.edu), a member institution of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is one of Georgia’s premier universities. A residential university serving nearly 20,000 students in Fall 2011, Georgia Southern is recognized for providing all of the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller college. Founded in 1906, the University offers more than 100 campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. In 2011, Georgia Southern was named the fourth most popular university in the country by U.S. News & World Report’s “Top 20 Most Popular Universities.” The nearly 700 acre park-like campus is located in Statesboro, a classic Main Street community near historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island.

Within this setting, the Department of Writing and Linguistics, the only freestanding department of its kind in Georgia, comprises the areas of creative writing, linguistics, professional and technical writing, and writing studies. The Department offers a Graduate Certificate in Applied Linguistics/TESOL, the Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Linguistics, and is responsible for the delivery of first-year writing (English 1101 and English 1102). The Department is home to the University Writing Center and the Georgia Southern Writing Project, a site of the National Writing Project. The Department hosts the annual Student Success in Writing Conference and co-hosts the Georgia Conference on Information Literacy. In 2012, the Department will host the international Writing Across the Curriculum Conference, and in 2013 will host the annual conference of the Council of Writing Program Administrators. The Department is also involved in the Georgia Poetry Circuit, the Georgia Literary Festival, and the National Day on Writing. The ideal candidate will contribute to the teaching of first-year writing along with other department programs and activities.

Position Description. Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Writing and Linguistics, the Lecturer will teach courses in the department’s Bachelor of Arts in Writing and Linguistics program, with a primary assignment in first-year writing, participate in departmental service, and engage in professional development activities. This position requires teaching responsibility and at least a master’s degree suited to the Department of Writing and Linguistics. The position is a 9-month, non-tenure track appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Non-tenure track lecturer positions are renewable on an annual basis, and the normal workload for lecturer faculty is 4/4.

Required Qualifications:
 * Earned master’s degree suited to the Department of Writing and Linguistics by August 1, 2011


 * Experience teaching first-year writing


 * Experience teaching with technology


 * Evidence of excellence in teaching

Preferred Qualifications:


 * Graduate coursework or training in Rhetoric and Composition


 * Three years of college teaching experience


 * Experience working with diverse student populations


 * Experience developing or teaching online writing courses

Screening of applications begins October 1, 2011, and continues until the positions are filled. The position starting date is August 1, 2012. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities. Applications and nominations should be sent to: {C}Dr. Nancy Dessommes, Search Chair, Search #59336, 59337, 59340, 64613 {C}Department of Writing and Linguistics {C}Georgia Southern University {C}P. O. Box 8026 {C}Statesboro GA 30460-8026 {C}Electronic mail: nandess@georgiasouthern.edu {C}Telephone: 912-478-7450

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu, http://class.georgiasouthern.edu, or http://class.georgiasouthern.edu/writling.

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Illinois State University - Assistant Professor
{C}Assistant Professor in Rhetoric and Composition, Tenure-Track

Illinois State University’s Department of English seeks an Assistant Professor in Rhetoric and Composition, specializing in histories of rhetoric. We seek a colleague with expertise in comparative cultural rhetorics, with an emphasis on rhetorics from and of underrepresented or non-Western cultures. The successful applicant will conduct and publish scholarly research, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in rhetoric and composition, and work with graduate students in an internationally recognized Department.

Please send letter of application, C.V., and writing sample to Chair of Rhetoric and Composition Search Committee, Department of English, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61701-4240. Also send three letters of recommendation mailed by the recommenders or dossier service. Applications may also be submitted electronically to the Rhetoric and Composition Search Committee c/o Ms. Angie Scott ([mailto:arscott@ilstu.edu arscott@ilstu.edu]). Review of applications will begin November 1 and continue until position is filled. Interviews will be conducted at MLA or via conference call. Applicants should have a PhD in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field by August 15, 2012. The successful applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States by August 15, 2012. The position is available on August 16, 2012.

The Department emphasizes an English Studies model in both its undergraduate and MA and PhD programs, and includes scholars in the fields of Children’s Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, English Education, Linguistics, Literature, Print Culture, Rhetoric, TESOL, and Technical Writing. Our Department faculty and graduate students are a community of diverse scholars who value collaborative and interdisciplinary work. For additional information about ISU and our Department, please consult english.illinoisstate.edu.

''Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer, encouraging diversity. ''

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Indiana University Kokomo - Assistant Professor
The Department of Humanities at Indiana University Kokomo invites applications for a full- time, tenure-track, 10-month Assistant Professor of English position beginning Fall 2012. Candidates should have an earned doctorate in Rhetoric and Composition or a closely related field in hand by December 2011.

Candidates must be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in composition/rhetoric and assist with programs in writing in the disciplines; freshman learning communities; the English track in editing, publishing, and media; and the graduate academic teaching track that prepares students to teach at the university level. All candidates must have a record of at least two years' experience of effective college teaching, a demonstrated familiarity with instructional technologies, and a strong interest in curriculum development and student mentoring. Evidence of effective teaching, publications, and a record of university/professional/community service in such areas as committee work, assessment of the major, and engagement in campus initiatives will be required for tenure and promotion. Other highly desirable areas of expertise include editing, publishing, digital humanities, linguistics, interdisciplinary studies, and gender studies. Course load will be 3/3 per year. Information about the department and our facilities may be found at http://www.iuk.edu/academics/majors/humanities/index.shtml.

Applications should be received by November 1, 2011, but review will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be available at the MLA convention in Seattle. To apply, submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a list of graduate work, a statement of teaching philosophy, a research statement outlining research goals, and at least three letters of recommendation. Send your application materials electronically as attachments to swilson@iuk.edu.

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James Madison University (3 tenure-track positions)
General Info: The School of Writing, Rhetoric & Technical Communication (http://www.jmu.edu/wrtc) at James Madison University invites applications and nominations for three tenure-track positions (assistant or associate professor) to begin fall 2012. Established in 2008, Writing, Rhetoric & Technical Communication is an academic community of 50 faculty (approximately 30 full-time and 20 part-time), 350 major, minor and graduate students. Our mission is to prepare students-both writers and technical and scientific communicators-for lives of enlightened, global citizenship. We invite candidates with an interest in language as it addresses issues in technology and science, public discourse and culture. We seek colleagues to participate in developing an innovative curriculum based on the interrelationships among writers, rhetoric and technical communication.

Duties and Responsibilities: New hires will be expected to advise and to teach first-year writing and courses in the BA/BS and MA/MS degree programs. Teaching load is 3-3 with summer teaching a distinct possibility.

Qualifications: Requirements include a Ph.D. in Writing Studies, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Communication, or related discipline. Applications will be enhanced by demonstrated knowledge of HTML, XML (and its family of dialects) and Javascript. Additional requirements include evidence of excellent teaching, a record of significant scholarship for associate professor, publications or potential for publication that furthers the mission of WRTC for assistant professor.

Pay Rate: Commensurate w/ experience

Special Instructions: To apply for this position, interested individuals need to complete the online application and submit a cover letter through joblink (http://joblink.jmu.edu) In addition, applicants should mail a CV, statement of teaching philosophy, writing sample (20-25 pages) and three recommendation letters to Dr. Larry Burton, Chair, WRTC Search Committee, James Madison University, 54 Bluestone Drive, MSC 2103, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. Review of candidates will begin on October 15, 2011 and continue until all three positions are filled.

Application Information: Contact: Human Resources, James Madison University

[https://joblink.jmu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58185&jtsrc=www.higheredjobs.com&jtrfr=www.peopleadmin.com&adorig=PA Online App. Form]

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New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology - Assistant or Associate Professor of Technical Communications
The Department of Communication, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences (CLASS) at the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (New Mexico Tech) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Technical Communication, beginning January or August 2012. Responsibilities include serving as Technical Communication Program Director for a well-established Bachelor of Science program in Technical Communication, implementing communications-related aspects of graduate curricula for students from a variety of STEM disciplines, and to maintain an active research program. Teaching load is typically three courses a semester (possible initial course reduction) and includes Technical Writing, a general education core curriculum requirement for majors in the STEM disciplines. Requirements: PhD in Technical or Professional Communication or closely related field by start date; college-level teaching experience; evidence of scholarly potential. Preference will be given to candidates with a research agenda complementary to the mission of New Mexico Tech and evidence of program development and leadership in curricular and co-curricular student activities. To apply, submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to Human Resources, Brown Hall Box 44, Socorro, NM 87801-4796. Email applications NOT accepted. Application review will begin on October 1st and will continue until the position is filled.

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Old Dominion University: New Media Production & Writing Studies - Assistant Professor
Assistant professor, English, tenure-track, for candidate prepared to teach in an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, with emphases in Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse Studies; Literary and Cultural Studies; and Technology and New Media Studies, as well as MA and BA programs.

Required: Ph.D. in English, rhetoric and composition, writing studies or related field by August 2012; primary expertise in New Media production and writing studies; active research profile (publications desirable); evidence of successful university teaching.

Preferred secondary expertise in at least one of the following: social media, research methods or popular culture studies.

Send letter of application, vita, and 3 letters of reference to Dr. Dana Heller, Chair, Department of English, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529. Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2011 and continue until position is filled.

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 * Also posted at New Media & Digital Humanities 2011-2012

Old Dominion University: Professional Writing - Advanced Assistant/Early Associate Professor
Advanced Assistant/Early Associate Professor, Professional Writing, tenure-track, prepared to teach in interdisciplinary English Ph.D. program, with emphases in Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse Studies; Literary and Cultural Studies; and Technology and New Media Studies, as well as MA and BA programs.

Required: Ph.D. in English, rhetoric and composition, technical communication or related field; primary expertise in technical communication and writing studies, with preferred secondary expertise in at least one of the following: international/transcultural communication, research methods, visual rhetoric, or social media; significant record of publication and active research agenda; evidence of successful university teaching; work experience in a non-academic setting desirable.

Send letter of application, vita, and 3 letters of reference to Dr. Dana Heller, Chair, Department of English, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia 23529. Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2011 and continue until position is filled.

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Rowan University - Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor of Writing Arts - Full-Time, Tenure Track

Department: Writing Arts

The Writing Arts Department—a thriving stand-alone department with 320 majors and 16 full-time faculty—invites applications for a tenure-track composition/rhetoric specialist to begin in fall 2012. Department seeks candidates with a strong background in teaching who can contribute to its first-year writing program, undergraduate major, and graduate program. Particular consideration will be given to those with expertise in technical, professional and new media composition. Interest or expertise in medical writing a plus, though not required. Responsibilities include academic advising and department, college, and university service.

Ph.D. in Composition/Rhetoric or related field required by September 1, 2012. Preference will be given to those with at least three years' experience teaching writing at the college level. Candidate must demonstrate evidence of scholarly potential.

Send application letter, C.V. and three letters of recommendation by November 1, 2011, to: Search Committee Chair,Writing Arts Department, Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028.

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St. Edward's University (2 tenure-track positions, Assistant Professor)
St. Edward's University invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions for an Assistant Professor of English Writing and Rhetoric to begin fall 2012. Responsibilities: Full-time teaching responsibilities (4 courses per semester). Teaching responsibilities include courses in the English Writing and Rhetoric major (especially courses in the major's core and the professional writing specialization) and the university's general education curriculum, including Freshman Studies. Course release for research may be available. Summer teaching is available but not required. Academic advising of English Writing and Rhetoric majors. Ongoing professional development and scholarly activity in Rhetoric/Composition.Enthusiastic participation in planning and implementing the English Writing and Rhetoric major.Participation in departmental, School of Humanities, and University projects, events, and committee assignments.Fulfillment of other required faculty responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty Manual.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Rhetoric/Composition or related area of expertise. Educational philosophy consistent with a liberal arts emphasis and values orientation of St. Edward's mission.Demonstration of effective teaching.Familiarity with contemporary research in rhetoric and composition, particularly in the areas of professional communication and/or new media.Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: rhetorical theory, writing program administration, document design, magazine writing, or writing for PR and advertising. Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check required.

About St. Edward's University: Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of more than 5,300 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21st century world.

How to Apply: Application deadline is November 1, 2011. Send cover letter, vita, three current letters of reference, and transcript to English Writing Search Committee; School of Humanities; C/M 1033; 3001 S. Congress Avenue; Austin, TX 78704-6489.

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Texas State University-San Marcos - Assistant Professor, Rhetoric and Composition
Position: Assistant Professor, English, Rhetoric and Composition

Job Posting #: 2012-12

Review Date: November 7, 2011

Appointment Date: September 1, 2012

Closing Date: To ensure full consideration, all application materials must arrive by November 7, 2011.

Responsibilities: {C}Successful candidate will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in rhetoric, composition, and writing. Duties include participation in growing MA program in rhetoric and new undergraduate emphasis in writing and rhetoric. Candidate expected to pursue a research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publication. Ordinary teaching load is 3/3.

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 * PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or related field, with degree completed at time of appointment


 * Demonstrated ability in scholarly research


 * Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate rhetoric and writing courses


 * Expertise sufficient to teach graduate courses in area(s) of specialization

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 * Expertise in one or more of the following areas: multimedia writing curricula and instruction; contemporary rhetorical theory; ethnic rhetorics; alternative rhetorics; community literacy studies


 * Ability to teach outside the immediate area of specialization in such areas as language and technical communication

Application Procedures {C}Send letter of application, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 500 words), and names of three references to:


 * Prof. Allan Chavkin
 * Chair, Technical Communication Search Committee
 * Department of English
 * Texas State University-San Marcos
 * 601 University Drive
 * San Marcos, TX 78666

Please specify in the first sentence of your application letter that you are applying for the position in Rhetoric and Composition. If you are also applying for our position in Technical Communication, please submit a separate application.

To ensure full consideration, all application materials must arrive by November 7, 2011. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews at MLA or elsewhere.

LINK (Texas State)

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Texas State University-San Marcos - Assistant Professor, Technical Communication
Position: Assistant Professor, English, Technical Communication

Job Posting #: 2012-11

Review Date: November 7, 2011

Appointment Date: September 1, 2012

Closing Date: To ensure full consideration, all application materials must arrive by November 7, 2011.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in technical communication and other areas of writing. Duties include participation in an established and growing MA program in technical communication, taught in hybrid form (partly in-person, partly online). Candidate expected to pursue a research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publication. Ordinary teaching load is 3/3.

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 * PhD in English, Technical Communication, or closely related field, with degree completed at time of appointment


 * Demonstrated ability in scholarly research


 * Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in technical/professional communication


 * Expertise sufficient to teach graduate courses in core areas of technical communication and in candidate’s area(s) of sub-specialization

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 * Ability to teach outside the immediate area of specialization in such areas as language and rhetoric/composition


 * Ability to teach online and hybrid courses

Application Procedures {C}Send letter of application, current CV, statement of teaching philosophy (maximum 500 words), and names of three references to:


 * Prof. Allan Chavkin
 * Chair, Technical Communication Search Committee
 * Department of English
 * Texas State University-San Marcos
 * 601 University Drive
 * San Marcos, TX 78666

Please specify in the first sentence of your application letter that you are applying for the position in Technical Communication. If you are also applying for our position in Rhetoric and Composition, please submit a separate application.

To ensure full consideration, all application materials must arrive by November 7, 2011. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews at MLA or elsewhere.

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Towson University - Assistant Professor
Tenure-track appointment starting August 2012. Technical Communication Specialist. Areas of specialization may include information design; design, layout, and production; or web-based writing and design. {C}Secondary specializations in science writing, grant writing, or New Media are also welcome.

Three-course load each semester for initial three-year appointment; load afterwards determined by balance of responsibilities. Ph.D. in appropriate discipline must be conferred by time of appointment. Electronic submission of application materials preferred. Address cover letter and curriculum vitae to Professor George Hahn, Chair, and email to [mailto:engl@towson.edu engl@towson.edu] Deadline for receipt of application is November 8, 2011. This position is contingent on the availability of funds at the time of hire. {C}Upon submitting your Curriculum Vitae to indicate you are an applicant for this position, please be sure to visit http://www.towson.edu/odeo/applicantdata.asp to complete a voluntary on-line applicant data form.

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US Air Force Academy - Assistant Professor
The Department of English and Fine Arts anticipates filling one Assistant Professor position in Rhetoric and Composition, beginning June 25th, 2012. The initial appointment will be for three years. Successive reappointments of up to four years in length will be based upon an assessment of performance, Air Force and departmental needs, and funding availability.

Qualifications: Responsibilities of this position include teaching core, development, and majors’ English courses to freshmen through seniors and fulfilling associated departmental duties. Applicants will be assessed based on teaching credentials, scholarship, service, and education. A Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition and a proven record of successfully teaching freshman composition and world literature is required. Preference is given to candidates who have demonstrated excellence and innovation in teaching, scholarship, and assessment. Specialty in digital literacy is a plus. Essential qualities expected of every faculty member include the personal attributes of integrity, industry, cooperation, initiative, and breadth of intellectual interests.

For additional information about this position, including application instructions, go to http://www.usafa.edu/df/dfeng/positions.cfm

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University of Arkansas, Little Rock - Assistant Professor
The Department of Rhetoric and Writing at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock seeks an Assistant Professor to serve as Director of First-Year Composition (R99363). This is a 12 month tenure-track position. A PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or a related field is required. Experience and training in Writing Program Administration preferred. Candidates must have an active research agenda and be involved in appropriate professional organizations. They will also be expected to demonstrate a commitment to student retention and a respect for diversity.

The Director of First-Year Composition manages all aspects of first-year writing courses, such as faculty development, assessment, curriculum development, and supervision of adjuncts and graduate assistants.The department offers a BA in Professional and Technical Writing, a Minor in Writing, and an MA in Professional and Technical Writing. These degrees include courses in rhetoric, editing, creative non-fiction, and technical writing. The department has approximately 90 active majors and 50 active graduate students.

Applicants should submit a letter of application (referencing R99363), a current CV, and three references to George H. Jensen, Chair, Department of Rhetoric and Writing, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 2801 South University Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72204. Additional information may be requested later. The department will begin screening applications on September 15, 2011. The position will begin January or July 2012.

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University of California-Santa Cruz - Lecturer with Security of Employment (2 positions)
The Writing Program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, seeks applicants with expertise in composition and rhetoric and significant experience working with multilingual students to fill up to two permanent, full-time leadership positions as Lecturer with Security of Employment (SOE). UCSC’s Writing Program has a moderately sized faculty, and is interested in a teacher-administrator with faculty development experience whose expertise in applied linguistics/multilingualism, program assessment, or both will help us develop our programs for incoming UCSC students. The successful candidate will teach a range of writing courses and share administrative responsibilities with other Writing Program faculty, and will take a leadership role in grant writing, program assessment and faculty and course development, especially involving courses designed to effectively support the success of English language learners: thus collaborative work with other campus units engaged in related enterprises is important.

The holder of this position will be expected to teach the equivalent of six quarter courses for the Writing Program; to participate in Writing Program business such as placement and advising, program and personnel reviews, and discussions of pedagogy and policy; to contribute to campus wide work relating to undergraduate education; and at some point to serve a term as program chair, which carries course release.

The Writing Program offers a lower-division writing curriculum that includes interdisciplinary residential college Core courses, entry-level writing courses that integrate instruction for English language learners, and “1B”-level composition courses. Faculty also train and supervise undergraduate writing assistants, and graduate students from a number of fields preparing to teach classes in the program.

The Writing Program is an independent unit within the Humanities Division, which also includes the Departments of American Studies, Feminist Studies, History, History of Consciousness, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, and the Program in Languages. The Division has a strong tradition of collaborative and interdisciplinary work, and encourages applications from qualified candidates eager to extend their activities across departmental and disciplinary boundaries.

The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic {C}community through their scholarship, teaching, and service, and it particularly values those who can play leadership roles in pursuing the goal of increasing diversity within the campus community.

RANK: Lecturer with Security of Employment. {C}The Lecturer SOE rank is a full-time, permanent position with the rights and responsibilities of membership in the Academic Senate; “Security of Employment” is analogous to tenure. Though Lecturer SOE is primarily a teaching position with no set expectations for research and publication, holders are expected to be conversant with scholarship in the theory and practice of composition and rhetoric; and faculty development leaves are possible. Criteria for advancement include teaching, professional achievement and activity, and University and public service.

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Doctoral degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. A minimum of six years of {C}successful university-level teaching. Demonstrated excellence in teaching college composition and rhetoric, including teaching writing to multilingual, second language, heritage, and/or generation 1.5 students. Demonstrated engagement with the pedagogy of writing and rhetorical theory. Evidence of skill at working with students and colleagues from diverse social and cultural backgrounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in program leadership and administration. Preferred candidates will have the {C}ability to help Writing Program faculty develop and teach our programs for multilingual writers, and will therefore have a background in one or more of the following: applied linguistics, with a focus on bilingualism or multilingualism; program assessment; faculty development.

POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2012, with academic year commencing Fall 2012 (subject to final budgetary approval).

TO APPLY: Please send (1) a detailed letter of application describing how your teaching, training, and administrative {C}experience prepare you for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) three current letters of recommendation*, sent directly to the address below, dated September 2009 or later; and (4) sample syllabi, including syllabus and writing assignments for a composition course for first-year students akin to Writing 2 (for course descriptions and other information, see the Writing Program website at http://writing.ucsc.edu). Applicants are invited to submit a statement addressing their contributions to diversity through their teaching and/or service. Other pertinent materials may also be sent. For more information about the position, please contact Writing Program Manager Pamela Edwards (pedwards@ucsc.edu).

Please send application materials via U.S. mail*** to:
 * LSOE Search Committee
 * c/o Pamela Edwards, Manager
 * Writing Program
 * MS: Kresge College Please refer to Position #618-12 in all correspondence
 * University of California
 * 1156 High Street
 * Santa Cruz, CA 95064


 * Please do not submit applications electronically


 * All letters will be treated as confidential documents; please direct your letter-writers to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/academic_policies_and_procedures/cappm/confstm.htm

CLOSING DATE: The position will remain open until filled. In order to be considered at the initial screening, the complete application must be postmarked by October 11, 2011.

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Writing Studies Assistant Professor)
Writing Studies Assistant Professor. Full-time, tenure-track appointment in the Department of English, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. To participate in an active, interdisciplinary writing studies program. Teaching experience and a promising research agenda required in any area of writing studies and rhetoric including, but not limited to: rhetorical theory; digital literacies; writing theory; historical, linguistic, or sociocultural research on writing.

The target starting date of appointment is August 16, 2012. PhD in pertinent area required at time of appointment. Please create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload initial application materials to this system. To ensure full consideration, submit letter, curriculum vitae, a 1-3 page description of dissertation or current research projects, and writing sample by October 31, 2011. Select applicants will be asked to submit letters of recommendation at a later date.

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University of Iowa - Lecturers in Rhetoric (2 positions)
The University of Iowa's Department of Rhetoric invites applications for two full-time Lecturer positions to begin in January 2012. Our curriculum introduces students to rhetoric by having them engage controversies from multiple perspectives and these two positions will help to boost critical thinking, writing and speaking specifically about science. Lecturer positions are academic-year, term faculty appointments, with summer session appointment possible on the same basis as for other faculty. Although they are not tenure-track, Lecturers are considered regular (not temporary) faculty. The appointments are initially for one academic year, renewable up to three years, with subsequent three-year appointments possible, subject to satisfactory review. The teaching load will be 3/3 and courses are 4 hours. Responsibilities include teaching the undergraduate Rhetoric General Education requirement course and advising graduate teaching assistants. Beginning salary will be in the $39,000 range.

Required qualifications: 1] demonstrated excellence in teaching introductory college writing or speaking courses with an emphasis on scientific controversy, science and public policy, or science and public discourse; 2] a terminal degree (PhD, MFA) in Communication Studies, English, English Education, Rhetoric, science education, STEM-related subjects [Science, Technology, Engineering and Math] and/or Composition Studies. Applicants who are All But Dissertation will be considered but the final degree must be in hand by December 15, 2011.

Desirable qualifications: experience teaching in a writing and/or speaking center, and experience in professional development and mentoring, advising or training new teachers.

Screening of applications: begins on October 15, 2011 and continues until the positions are filled. The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University, College and Department reflect this commitment.

Applications consisting of a curriculum vitae, a letter describing interest in and qualifications for the positions and the names of three references must be submitted electronically [No paper submissions will be accepted] to http://jobs.uiowa.edu. Refer to requisition # 59904. Inquiries may be directed to search chair, Mary Trachsel (mary-trachsel@uiowa.edu).

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University of La Verne - Assistant Professor
The College of Arts and Sciences of the University of La Verne invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Modern Languages. The appointment will begin August 2012. Position duties include teaching composition courses, advising students, curriculum development of the writing program, and university service.

Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of teaching, research, and service at a liberal arts college and be committed to the mission and vision of La Verne. The Writing Program is responsible for composition and rhetoric classes and offers a creative writing major; it is part of a college that stresses interdisciplinary approaches to education, community engagement, and values undergraduate research. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in rhetoric/composition (Ph.D. in English with an emphasis in rhetoric/composition will be considered) and demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and have a record of scholarship with a promise of continued publication. Additional experience in any of the following is desirable: TESOL, writing across the curriculum, or creative writing.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2011. Interviews will be conducted at the MLA Conference in January.

Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and research agenda, along with three letters of reference in Word or PDF format to: jobs@laverne.edu, or mail to Human Resources, University of La Verne, 1950 Third Street, La Verne CA 91750. Reference position #3122.

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University of North Florida - Assistant Professor, Technical Writing
Job Summary/Responsibilities: Tenure-track assistant professor of Technical Writing to begin Fall 2012. Technical Writing in multiple disciplines as primary specialty; interests in theories of language and/or technology, new media, or other. The successful candidate will be expected to teach lower- and upper-division and graduate courses and have a research program; service; and strong commitment to undergraduate education.

Required Qualifications: Basic: PhD in Writing, Technical Writing, Composition and Rhetoric, English, or related discipline with degree conferred by August 1, 2012.

Preferred Qualifications: Teaching and research in technical writing, composition and rhetoric, or related areas.

Special Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete the one page online application at http://www.unfjobs.org and must mail all required documents. Applicants who do not apply online or do not mail all the required documentation will not be considered for this position. When you apply online, you will receive a confirmation number. Please keep this confirmation number, which means that your application online was processed through the system. The confirmation number does not mean that your application is complete. Your application is not complete until the hiring office receives all of the required documentation as reflected below: (1) Current CV (submitted electronically) (2) Letter of interest (submitted electronically) (3) Statement of teaching experience, teaching principles and practices, and assessment experience (submitted electronically as OTHER DOC) (4) Three letters of recommendation (postmarked on or before 11/02/2011, to A. Samuel Kimball, Chair, Department of English, University of North Florida, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224, re: Position 322090)

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University of San Francisco - Term Faculty
The Department of Rhetoric and Language at the University of San Francisco announces a renewable term position in Rhetoric and Composition. Salary and benefits are competitive. Term faculty at the University of San Francisco are full members of the faculty union and receive the same salary and benefits package as tenure-track faculty.

Job Responsibilities Responsibilities include teaching 12 units (20-student cap) sections of first-year composition per semester, participating in professional development activities, and performing service that will strengthen the program such as advising and curriculum development. The program's curriculum draws heavily on the rhetorical tradition and emphasizes the use of non-fiction texts to teach academic writing and literacy. Candidates should be interested in joining a dynamic, committed, and innovative faculty.

Other Responsibilities {C}A Ph.D. or A.B.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, or a Ph.D. or A.B.D. in a closely related field with a strong emphasis in rhetoric and composition is required.

For more information, visit https://www.usfjobs.com/postings/5723

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: www.usfjobs.com

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University of St. Thomas - Assistant Professor
The Department of English announces a tenure-track position in rhetoric/composition at the assistant professor level. Preference will be given to teacher-scholars who teach courses in rhetoric, writing, writing theory, and pedagogy. An interest in basic writing instruction is highly desirable, as is an interest in teaching some courses with significant literature content. Ph.D. preferred, ABD considered (with initial appointment at the rank of instructor). All full-time members of the English Department teach six courses per year, including our general requirement sequence in writing and literature and upper-division courses. There is also opportunity to teach graduate courses.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota's largest private university. Its 11,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs. Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good, and seeks to develop individuals who combine career competency with cultural awareness and intellectual curiosity. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

Please apply online at https://jobs.stthomas.edu

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University of Wisconsin Madison - Assistant Professor
The English Department at the University of Wisconsin at Madison seeks an outstanding teacher-scholar at the rank of assistant professor in composition/rhetoric, with a specialty in 21st century rhetorics, literacies, and archives. We are particularly interested in candidates whose scholarship addresses globalization, transnationalism, and immigration; environmentalism and rhetorics of science; or questions of identity (esp. related to gender, disability, or the transcultural). Teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels may include courses in the history, theory, and practice of rhetoric and literacy; digital archives; interdisciplinary English studies; and research methods.

To apply, please e-mail a CV, a letter of application describing research and teaching strengths, and a recommendation dossier to Professor Theresa Kelley, Chair, Department of English at employment@english.wisc.edu. Pdf files are preferred.

Materials that cannot be sent electronically may be mailed to Professor Theresa Kelley, Chair, Department of English, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 600 N. Park St., Madison, WI 53706, Attn: Composition/Rhetoric Search.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2011. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA. A criminal background check may be required prior to employment.

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University of Wisconsin - River Falls, Assistant Professor, Professional and Technical Writing
The Position/Responsibilities: Assistant Professor in Professional and Technical Writing beginning in August 2012, to teach in the Department of English, which has both an undergraduate major and minor in Professional Writing. We are looking for a candidate with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts context. Responsibilities include teaching upper-division professional writing courses as well as lower-division General Education composition courses and designing courses appropriate for a growing professional writing program. Teaching load is normally twelve credits per semester.

Required: Ph.D. in Professional and Technical Communication by the time of hire, experience in the area of expertise--professional and technical communication, including digital media, grant writing, technical editing, or visual rhetoric. Advising students, supervising internships, demonstrating active involvement in scholarly activity, and participation in departmental and university professional activities are also expected. Compensation is based on qualifications, including education and experience.

Required Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: To Apply:
 * Ph.D in Professional or Technical Communication
 * Specialization in digital media, grant writing, technical editing, or visual rhetoric
 * Strong commitment to excellence in teaching and advising
 * Evidence of professional activity that keeps the candidate abreast of scholarship in the field
 * Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.
 * Experience teaching writing in hybrid or online environments
 * Workplace experience in professional or technical writing

Online applications are required to be submitted at: https://jobs.uwrf.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/.

Submit a letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience, a CV (or resume), a statement of your teaching philosophy, new media evidence, and a separate statement addressing your ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures.

In the online application in the "Required Applicant Documents," Document 1 should be the applicant's Statement of Teaching Philosophy.

In the online application in the "Required Applicant Documents," Document 2 should link to the applicant's new media evidence (in an electronic portfolio), demonstrating the applicant's facility and expertise in new media. Include links to webpages, posters, documents, and samples of publications and white papers showcasing your work. This document should direct us to the specific features of the documents that connect to the qualifications of this position.

Include also unofficial transcripts of M.A. and Ph.D degrees (official copies will be required if hired) and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience, and professional preparation. Candidates may be required to video conference as part of the application process. (If such is required, necessary fees will be covered by UW-River Falls.)

The names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing, and identities of all finalists must be released upon request.

Deadline to Apply: Review of Applications will begin on December 15, 2011. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials by this date. Any applications or materials sent by postal mail or email will be destroyed.

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Virginia Military Institute - Assistant Professor
Assistant Director of the Institute Writing Program for Writing Center Administration. Tenure-track assistant professor specializing in Rhetoric and Composition. Teach two courses per semester, including first-year composition and upper-level courses in rhetoric and writing, and manage the VMI Writing Center. Duties will include coordinating the Center’s daily operations, programs, budget, and personnel, and developing relationships between the Center and the academic community to support writing across the curriculum. The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher and an emerging leader in the field as evidenced by scholarship and experience in developing writing centers, writing across the curriculum, or other writing program initiatives. Visit our websites for more information: Institute Writing Program http://www.vmi.edu/iwp and the Department of English and Fine Arts http://www.vmi.edu/ENFA. Ph.D. by August 2012. Competitive salary with full benefits.

Virginia Military Institute is a state-supported undergraduate military college of engineering, the sciences, humanities, and the social sciences with a strong emphasis on teaching excellence. Military experience is not required for faculty. Send letter of application and dossier including transcripts and three letters of recommendation to Dr. Emily P. Miller, Head, Department of English and Fine Arts, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA 24450. Review of applications will begin October 7 and continue until the position has been filled. Interviews at SAMLA (and possibly at MLA). VMI is an EOE. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Virginia Tech - Assistant Professor, Digital Rhetoric
Posting Number 0110937

About Virginia Tech: Virginia Tech, founded in 1872 as a land-grant institution, is committed to the mission of teaching, research and community outreach. Serving a diverse population of 30,000+ students and 8,000+ faculty and staff in the U.S. and around the world, Virginia Tech's core foundation is reflected in its motto: Ut Prosim (That I May Serve). Virginia Tech is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff.

Position Summary: The English Department at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Digital Rhetoric to begin August 2012. Publication, conference presentations, and teaching/working with diverse populations. Responsibilities include ongoing publication commensurate with a research faculty position; teaching undergraduate in professional writing and rhetoric with opportunities to develop a course in mulit-modal writing; serving on departmental, college, and university committees; advising students.

Required Qualifications PhD (in hand at the time of the appointment) in Rhetoric and Writing or related field with preparation in digital rhetoric, new media, and professional writing; the promise of significant research and publications; and evidence of successful teaching.

Employment Conditions: Must have a criminal background check. Employment Comments: Address queries to Carolyn.Rude@vt.edu, 540.231.2374. Applications will be acknowledged by email. Review of applications will begin October 24 and continue until the position is filled; video interviews with semifinalists in December will be followed by campus visits for finalists in early 2012.

How to Apply for this Job: Candidates must apply online at http://www.hr.vt.edu/employment/, posting #0110937. Attach to the online application a letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications stated above, a CV, a writing sample, a dissertation abstract, and names/contact information for references.

Documents that must be associated with this posting Resume/Curriculum Vita, Cover Letter, Other Doc, Candidate Statement, List of References, Other Doc 3

Quick Link: http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=194169

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Washington State University (Tri-Cities Campus) - Assistant Professor & Writing Center Director
The Department of English at Washington State University invites applications for a full-time (9-month), permanent, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of English with a Rhetoric & Composition specialization beginning August 16, 2012. The candidate will direct the Writing Center at the Tri-Cities campus located in Richland, Washington. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

The Writing Center Director works with and reports to the campus WPA as part of the University-wide, nationally-acclaimed Writing Program. Director responsibilities include overseeing the daily management of the Writing Center; maintaining the tutoring schedule; recruiting, training and mentoring undergraduate consultants and office staff; contributing to faculty and curriculum development; working individually with writers in all disciplines and at all levels across the colleges; and supporting campus-wide writing initiatives. The 2/2 teaching load typically includes specific group-tutorial courses designed as part of the integrative Writing Program as well as a range of First Year Composition, intermediate- and advanced-level writing and research courses, graduate seminars, and Technical and Professional Writing. Responsibilities also include contributing to the development and growth of the Rhetoric and Professional Writing option in English for Tri-Cities.

Publication is necessary for advancement. Primary or secondary specialization in writing center theory and practice, writing pedagogy, or writing program administration required. Candidates with research agendas that demonstrate synergies among scholarship, pedagogy, and professional development of/for writing consultants are strongly encouraged to apply. Such synergies might include, but are not limited to, mentoring Writing Center consultants on academic and professional projects or publishing research that grows out of writing initiatives completed with instructors and administrators on campus.

Position Details: The Department of English combines a strong research orientation with a commitment to high-quality instruction. The graduate program offers M.A. and PhD degrees in English and American literature and Rhetoric and Composition. Faculty participate in graduate and undergraduate programs in American Studies and Digital Technology and Culture and offer cross-listed courses with Departments of Comparative Ethnic Studies and Women Studies, among other areas. A range of research and travel funding is available for Faculty at all levels. New Faculty members are eligible for reduced teaching loads prior to tenure review.

Minimum/Required Qualifications:Requirements include a PhD in Composition and Rhetoric, English, or related field. Successful candidates will have at least one year of experience teaching composition at the college level. Candidates must have their PhD in hand by date of hire. Knowledge of Writing Center theory and pedagogy, WAC, Composition, literacy studies, intercultural rhetoric, or service learning is expected.

Preferred Qualifications: Strong preference will be given to applicants with prior administrative background. The candidate should also have background using a variety of digital media and evidence of capacity to work with a diverse student population across departments.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send letter of application, CV, three current letters of reference, a sample of course evaluations and a writing sample (maximum 20 pages) to Joanne Baker, Clerical Manager, English Search Committee, https://www.wsujobs.com (Position #111599). Only electronic application materials will be processed.

Screening of application materials will begin October 21, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. Curriculum Vitae and letters of application should be received no later than November 18, 2011 to be considered for meeting with our representatives at the MLA conference. We will be available at the MLA meeting in Seattle, WA, from January 5-8, 2012, to discuss details of this position with candidates who apply by November 18th, and whom we have contacted to arrange a meeting

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