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Bloomsburg University (PA) - TT Assistant Professor of English (Writing in the Disciplines; Writing Assessment)
Full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor (Search #20-3-39). Twelve-hour per semester load, 50% in first-year composition, professional or technical writing or writing theory. The other 50% of the position is permanently reassigned to development and coordination of Writing in the Disciplines initiatives across campus; coordination of ePortfolio Assessment of first-year composition program; development and maintenance of an undergraduate Writing Fellows program in which students are trained to assist faculty in the WID program. Required: Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric or related field from an accredited institution by August 25, 2014; demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty and students on discipline-specific writing projects; familiarity with the principles of writing program assessment. Preferred: a promising scholarly agenda; demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations; familiarity with writing fellows programs; experience teaching college-level writing courses. Tenure decision in fifth year; teaching excellence, scholarship, and service expected. Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process as judged by the department faculty. Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time faculty within the department or area conducting the search. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal background check. Filling this position is contingent upon available funding.

Application Process: Submit a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experiences for the position along with a curriculum vita and three letters of recommendation to Terrance Riley, Department of English, Search #20-3-39, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, 400 East Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815. Deadline: for full consideration, postmarked no later than November 1, 2013. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania encourages applications from historically under-represented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities and is an AA/EEO Employer.

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo - TT Asst. Professor, Technical and Professional Communication
ENGLISH - Full-time, academic year, tenure track Assistant Professor of English, College of Liberal Arts at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, to begin September 15, 2014. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Specialization in Technical and Professional Communication. The candidate will help redesign and revitalize our undergraduate Technical Communication Certificate Program, and will build upon new cross-disciplinary collaborations at the university. Duties include program administration, curriculum and program development, teaching upper- and lower-division technical and professional communication courses, and establishing and overseeing student internships. Ability in a secondary field is strongly desirable; areas of interest might include literature, composition and rhetoric, or new media studies. The department is open to fresh ideas for a technical and professional communications program that will flourish in the 21st century. For this position we seek leadership, creativity, and an eagerness to form partnerships with colleagues from all over our campus and to work with a diverse range of California industries and communities. Cal Poly is primarily a teaching university. In the English Department the typical teaching assignment is 12 units per quarter with correspondingly reasonable service and research expectations.

Complete online faculty application at WWW.CALPOLYJOBS.ORG and submit it to Requisition #102978. Please attach to your electronic application a cover letter, vita, statement of teaching philosophy, and writing sample indicative of area of scholarship. Transcripts showing highest degree may be mailed to Kathryn Rummell, Chair, English Department, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0322 (specify Requisition #102978 on all documents mailed). For applicants using Interfolio or other dossier service, please have three current letters of recommendation mailed to above address. Official transcripts will be required of finalists.

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Colorado State University - TT Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition (Spec. in Digital Rhetorics)
The Department of English at Colorado State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition with a specialization in Digital Rhetorics. This is an entry-level position. The successful candidate will be appointed untenured and at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a tenure-track, nine-month appointment, beginning August 16, 2014.

Required Qualifications: • PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or equivalent at time of appointment • Evidence of scholarly potential • Evidence of teaching strength

Desired Qualifications: • Ability to teach graduate courses in Rhetoric and Composition, including courses in Digital and/or Multimodal Rhetorics • Ability to teach English composition courses and courses in the Writing Concentration for students seeking a BA in English • Ability to contribute to multimodal literacy initiatives and/or online composition course development • Ability to contribute to the development of Digital Humanities initiatives • Ability and desire to participate in a collaboratively administered composition program • Ability to enhance the Department’s commitment to diversity through teaching, research, and service

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the theory and pedagogy of digital rhetorics and multimodal composition, as well as other relevant courses in a department with a thriving undergraduate Writing Concentration and MA in Rhetoric and Composition. The candidate will also participate in initiatives related to the Composition Program’s development of online course offerings and multimodal literacy initiatives. Candidates with knowledge of multicultural rhetorics, advanced writing, professional and technical writing, cultural rhetorics and/or composition administration are especially encouraged to apply. Teaching responsibilities include four courses per year. Also, the successful candidate will be expected to advise students, engage in research and publication, and provide service to the department, university, and profession.

To Apply: Applicants should send a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, sample publication(s) or researched writing, teaching dossier, and three letters of reference. Submit applications electronically through Interfolio by clicking on this link: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21962. Routine inquiries should be directed to Sue Russell at: Phone (970) 491-1898 or E-mail: Sue.Russell@colostate.edu. The department will interview at MLA. Based on those interviews, we will then bring finalists onto campus beginning in January, 2014. Once semifinalists have been identified, application materials, including letters of recommendation, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, for full consideration, applications must be postmarked by November 1, 2013.

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Colorado State University - TT Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition (spec. in Public Rhetorics)
The Department of English at Colorado State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition with a specialization in Public Rhetorics. This is an entry-level position. The successful candidate will be appointed untenured and at the rank of Assistant Professor. This is a tenure-track, nine-month appointment, beginning August 16, 2014.

Required Qualifications: • PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or equivalent at time of appointment • Evidence of scholarly potential • Evidence of teaching strength

Desired Qualifications: • Ability to teach graduate courses in Rhetoric and Composition, including areas related to Public Rhetorics (e.g., Writing for Non-Academic Audiences, Rhetoric of Science, Disability Studies, Literacy Studies, and/or History of Writing) • Ability to teach English composition courses and courses in the Writing Concentration for students seeking a BA in English • Ability and desire to participate in a collaboratively administered composition program • Ability to enhance the Department’s commitment to diversity through teaching, research, and service

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the theory and pedagogy of Public Rhetorics, as well as other relevant courses in a department with a thriving undergraduate Writing Concentration and MA in Rhetoric and Composition. Teaching responsibilities include four courses per year. Also, the successful candidate will be expected to advise students, engage in research and publication, and provide service to the department, university, and profession.

To Apply: Applicants should send a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, sample publication(s) or researched writing, teaching dossier, and three letters of reference. Submit applications electronically through Interfolio by clicking on this link: https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/21963. Routine inquiries should be directed to Sue Russell at: Phone (970) 491-1898 or E-mail: Sue.Russell@colostate.edu. The department will interview at MLA. Based on those interviews, we will then bring finalists onto campus beginning in January, 2014. Once semifinalists have been identified, application materials, including letters of recommendation, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of the Department.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, for full consideration, applications must be postmarked by November 1, 2013.

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Columbia College (SC) - TT Asst. Professor of English
Columbia College: Full-time assistant professor (tenure track): Division of Languages and Literatures, English Program.

The English Program at Columbia College (SC) invites applications from candidates who can meet a diverse set of needs. Applicants must hold an earned PhD and have a minimum of three years experience teaching secondary English language arts in order to qualify as a supervisor for students in field placements and directed teaching. In addition to working closely with the director of the English education program, the successful candidate will teach literature (areas other than U.S.) and first-year composition courses. A candidate who is also eager to direct the college writing-across-the-curriculum program will be given special consideration. Both supervising students in the schools and directing the WAC program would contribute to the 4/4 teaching load.

Candidates must have a proven track record of excellence in college teaching and be willing to develop and teach courses as needed for the womens college and the evening college. They must also be willing to engage in service, such as advising majors, attending recruiting events, and serving on division and college committees. Appointment could begin as early as January.

Candidates must submit a letter of interest, a vita, a statement of teaching philosophy, at least three professional letters of reference, and a transcript to Dr. Nancy Tuten, chair of the Division of Languages and Literatures, at ntuten@columbiasc.edu. Each candidate invited for an on-campus interview will engage in a teaching demonstration to provide evidence of a commitment to effective pedagogy and practice. Finalists will also be asked to submit an e-portfolio containing sample syllabi and evidence of completed or potential scholarship. Review of applications will begin in August 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

Columbia College is a small private liberal arts college for women, also offering coeducational evening and graduate programs. The College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, and has received national recognition for its honors program and for faculty development. Our student population of 1400 is approximately 40 percent African-American, and as a community we are committed to the idea that this diversity enriches the educational experience for all of us. Consequently, we seek to develop more diversity among our faculty, and encourage applicants who would like to be a part of this vibrant campus culture. Columbia College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For information about the College, visit http://www.columbiasc.edu For information about the City of Columbia, South Carolina, visit http://www.columbiasc.net

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Cottey College - TT Asst. Professor of English
Cottey College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor in composition, starting August 2014. Teaching load typically includes four courses each semester; each composition class is capped at 15. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in college teaching, and will coordinate the writing program. Ph.D., ability to teach business writing and advanced composition required; background in ESL, WAC, and developmental writing desirable. Further information about Cottey is available at http://www.cottey.edu. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications begins October 15 and continues until the position is filled; MLA interviews possible.

Send cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of transcripts and contact information for three references to Dr. Cathryn Pridal, VPAA, Cottey College, Nevada, MO 64772. E-mail: dkerbs@cottey.edu; Phone: 417-667-8181. EOE

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Florida Gulf Coast University - Rhetoric & Composition, Assistant Professor
Requisition Number: 1865

Summary: Your initial assignment will include teaching, at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as applicable; course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as duties as assigned. Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; produce peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.

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Teaches at both undergraduate and graduate levels as applicable; course and/or curriculum development; research/scholarship; involvement on College and University committees and/or initiatives; as well as duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Experience or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued scholarship and service to the school and university. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in English Composition from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation. Proven record of excellence in teaching first-year Composition and an active research agenda in the field.

ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2014. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a Lecturer level on a fixed contract.

Preferred Qualifications: Research agenda focusing at least in part on best practices in the teaching of writing. Participation in associations and organizations concerned with College-level writing instruction, particularly instruction of first-year college students and/or writing across the discipline. Ability to teach graduate level expository writing and composition pedagogy.

Special Instructions: Appointment will be made on a 12-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2014.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida's Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request and become property of FGCU.

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Georgia College & State University - TT Asst. Professor
Job Summary/Basic Function: A tenure-earning appointment teaching first-year and advanced composition in a liberal arts context, mentoring graduate teaching assistants, and leading programmatic assessment and curricular enhancement in comp/rhet

Evidence of methodological innovation and creative teaching strategies is highly desirable. In keeping with the University's mission we especially encourage applicants who will further our goal of cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity.

Georgia College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution committed to cultural, racial, and ethnic communities. We promote equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, gender, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. It is expected that successful candidates share these commitments.

Persons who need reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at 478-445-5596.

Georgia is an Open Records state. The finalist will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Knowledge/Skills and Abilities: Understanding of 21st-century undergraduate, residential students; ability to write clearly, purposefully, and ethically; ability to convey these skills respectfully to others; openness to multiple perspectives; commitment to liberal and life-long learning

Minimum Qualifications: PhD with specialization in Composition and Rhetoric documented prior to employment, demonstrated success in facilitating engaged learning in post-secondary contexts, knowledge of multimodal composition pedagogy; evidence of ongoing research/scholarship; willingness to extend learning beyond the classroom; commitment to faculty governance

Preferred Qualifications: Successful experience with development and implementation of multimodal first-year composition courses in a four-year, liberal arts context; demonstrated knowledge of global perspectives; willingness to propose interdisciplinary courses (GC1Y/GC2Y); publication in area of specialization

Special Instructions: Writing Sample: Upload either a statement of teaching philosophy or published scholarship that allows teaching philosophy to be inferred.

Other Document: If selected for interview, you will be asked to have official transcripts sent directly from all post-secondary institutions to Georgia College, Department of English and Rhetoric, CBX 044, ATTN: Elaine Whitaker, 231 W Hancock St, Milledgeville, GA 31061-0490. Transcripts, even if sealed, cannot pass through a candidate's hands.

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Lehman College, CUNY - Asst. Professor - English
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Performs teaching, research and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise. Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.

Assistant Professorship in Composition, Rhetoric, and other education literature courses and literature courses for English Majors.

QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

COMPENSATION CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY Visit http://www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE Open until filled with review of CVs to begin September 10, 2013.

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Loyola University Maryland - TT Asst. Professor, Writing (2 Positions)
The Department of Writing at Loyola University Maryland seeks two tenure-track assistant professors with PhD in English or related field to teach writing courses, including the first-year composition course (WR100), as well as advanced writing courses. The typical teaching load is six courses per academic year with half in first-year writing.

Required qualifications: PhD in hand by August 15, 2014. Record of effective college-level teaching of writing, including first-year composition; demonstrated commitment to, and graduate coursework in, teaching composition; ability to teach a range of upper-level non-fiction, rhetoric and/or digital writing courses; record of national presentations and/or publications that demonstrate scholarly promise in a writing-related field; demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance writing instruction; interest in teaching in a first-year living-learning program; interest in program administration; and commitment to Loyola's Jesuit educational mission. Desired qualifications: Record of national publications; experience teaching a range of upper-level writing courses; experience with speechwriting; and/or successful administrative experience. Experience or expertise with English Language Learners helpful.

Application deadline: October 15, 2013. Electronic submission of a preliminary application is required of all applicants, http://www.loyola.edu/About/prospective-faculty-and-staff.aspx. For more information, contact Peggy O'Neill, Chair of the Writing Department, at poneill1@loyola.edu.

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Marquette University - TT Assistant Professor of English (Rhetoric and Composition)
The Department of English invites applications for an entry-level, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Rhetoric and Composition, with preferred scholarly and teaching emphases in professional/workplace writing (e.g., various sites, genres, audiences, and media) and community collaboration (e.g., internships, community service, public policy, community literacies projects).

Applicants • All applications must be submitted through the electronic application system at https://employment.marquette.edu, where candidates upload: (1) a letter of application, (2) a current Curriculum Vitae, (3) a writing sample, and (4) a dissertation abstract. • Three letters of recommendation should be uploaded to Marquette University’s Interfolio site at http://apply.interfolio.com/22214. • Contact Info: Kris Ratcliffe, Chair, at krista.ratcliffe@mu.edu or Marquette University, Department of English, Box 1881, Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881. • Marquette University, an EOE that values diversity, is a Jesuit, Catholic University with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. We seek candidates who understand and respect the University’s Mission Statement, which can be found at http://www.marquette.edu/about/mission.shtml. Candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

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Miami University (Ohio) - Asst. Professor, Rhetoric and Comp.
English: Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in composition, composition and rhetoric, and professional writing; advise undergraduate students; participate in supervision of MA and PhD students; maintain an ongoing scholarly agenda; provide service to the institution.

Require: PhD by date of appointment in composition and rhetoric or related field; demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship and teaching; ability to contribute to the composition program, the major in Professional Writing, and the MA and PhD programs in Composition and Rhetoric.

Desire: Interest/expertise in one or more of the following areas: composition studies, comparative/cultural rhetorics, histories and theories of rhetoric, professional writing/technical communication, writing program administration; interest in collaborating with other department and university faculty in teaching and research; publications in the field.

Submit letter of interest, curriculum vitae, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation electronically via Interfolio.com at https://secure.interfolio.com/apply/22267. For questions on how to properly submit your application, please contact Interfolio's support team at help@interfolio.com; toll free 877-997-8807; or, direct 202-738-5322.

For questions about the department or university, you may contact Dr. LuMing Mao, Professor and Chair, Department of English: English@miamioh.edu.

Screening of applications begins October 1, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.

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Molloy College (NY) - TT Asst. Professor of English / Digital Writing
The English Department at Molloy College seeks qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position with a specialty in Digital Writing. Teaching load of twelve credits per semester. Courses include writing for media, digital writing, freshman composition, advanced composition, and possibly introductury literature courses. Will initiate and recruit for the department's anticipated new writing concentration. Willingness to teach day, evening, and/or weekend courses. Teaching begins Fall 2014.

Qualifications: Ph.D. required. College teaching experience preferred.

To Apply: Please send letter of application, CV, and three letters of recommendation to humanresources@molloy.edu or mail to: Office of Human Resources, Molloy College 1000 Hempstead Avenue P.O. Box 5002 Rockville Centre, New York 11571

Please apply by September 15, 2013.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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New York University - Expository Writing Program, Director Position
The College of Arts and Science at New York University is seeking a Director for its Expository Writing Program, long known as one of the leading college writing programs in the country. The position requires a scholar with strong academic credentials, a commitment to undergraduate education, and experience in teaching writing to undergraduates diverse in national origin, interests, programs, and goals. The director leads a large group of strong, dedicated full-time writing faculty, and works with the outstanding Arts and Science faculty at large to create a dynamic, responsive curriculum that serves the 7,000 students in the College, hundreds of first-year undergraduates from NYU's professional schools (Stern School of Business, the Silver School of Social Work, the Tisch School of the Arts, the Polytechnic Institute of NYU, the Steinhardt School of Education, Communication, and Culture, and the College of Nursing), and students abroad.

The successful candidate will hold the Ph.D. and will have a strong publication record, and will have had extensive experience in teaching writing at both the freshman and advanced levels, as well as in administering a complex program. In addition, he or she will hold a tenured or tenure-track position in the English Department. The appointment will start on or after January 1, 2014, pending budgetary and administrative approval.

The application deadline has been extended to 19 July 2013. To apply, please submit a cover letter; CV; teaching statement, and the names and email addresses of three referees or your dossier service. Please make note of the confirmation number issued once you have submitted your application. http://www.nyuopsearch.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51604

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Christina Ciambriello at cc1048@nyu.edu.

MLA JIL 05/24/13 - see also: http://english.as.nyu.edu/page/employment

Deadline: 19 July 2013  NOTE: position deadline now extended to Oct. 1, 2013.

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Oberlin College (OH) - TT Asst. Prof. of Rhetoric and Comp.
The Rhetoric and Composition Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years beginning first semester 2014, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

We seek candidates who are interested in teaching a range of composition courses and whose research focuses on issues of multicultural pedagogy, language diversity, multiple literacies, or equity issues in pedagogy. The incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (currently 4.5 courses per year), including composition courses at the 100-level, courses in writing pedagogy for our peer writing tutors, as well as courses in the areas of the incumbents research. We are eager to identify candidates who will both enhance our existing course offerings and contribute to larger campus discussions about the theory and practice of teaching writers who are culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse. Additionally, the incumbent will take on administrative duties within the department, which may include directing the Writing Associates Program, creating faculty development opportunities focused on the teaching of writing, or overseeing aspects of the colleges writing requirement.

Among the qualifications required for appointment is the PhD degree (in hand or expected by first semester of academic year 2014). Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. The incumbent will also be expected to participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including: academic advising, service on committees, and sustained scholarly research and/or other creative work appropriate to the position.

The mission of the Rhetoric and Composition Department at Oberlin College (http://new.oberlin.edu/rhetoric) is to offer instruction to writers at all levels and to support the writing requirement, which has recently undergone revision. In addition to general composition, we offer courses in more specific genres and topics of inquiry, including journalism, grant proposal writing, advanced scholarly writing, travel writing, narrative nonfiction, and composition theory and pedagogy. Our small Rhetoric and Composition Department also oversees a robust Writing Associates Program, through which students assist their peers in the writing center or in writing intensive courses.

To be assured of consideration, a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, graduate academic transcripts, and at least three recent letters of reference* should be sent to [mailto:rhetcompsearch@oberlin.edu rhetcompsearch@oberlin.edu] or to: Laurie Hovell McMillin (Chair) Rhetoric and Composition Department, Oberlin College, 10 N. Professor Street, Oberlin, Ohio, 44074 by October 15, 2013. Electronic submission is preferred. Application materials received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. Salary will depend on qualifications and experience.
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Oberlin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an institutional environment free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, marital status, religion, creed, national origin, disability, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, family relationship to an employee of Oberlin College, and gender identity and expression.

Oberlin is a four-year, selective liberal arts college in northern Ohio that is also home to an outstanding Conservatory of Music. Together, the two divisions enroll approximately 2800 students. Oberlin College was founded in 1833. It was the first college in America to make interracial education and co-education central to its mission traditions that live today within a commitment to positive social engagement. Oberlin College has earned a reputation of excellence based on the quality of its richly diverse student body, outstanding faculty, and excellent facilities and academic and technological resources. For more information, go to http://www.oberlin.edu/

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Oklahoma State University - Asst. Professor, Professional Writing
We seek to hire an Assistant Professor in English who will serve as the Associate Director of First Year Composition. PhD in Composition/Rhetoric or related area, with experience in first year composition. Publications and demonstrated teaching excellence required. Applicants in any area of composition, rhetoric, professional writing, or writing studies are welcome, but we are especially interested in research in one more of the following areas: writing theory and pedagogy, especially related to writing and/or program assessment; writing in community or workplace contexts; and/or composition and technology. Extensive curricular and program administration responsibility, including mentoring graduate teaching assistants who are new to teaching at Oklahoma State University. 2-1 teaching load plus the administrative load beginning August 2014. Salary competitive. For further information on the department, see our web page at http://english.okstate.edu.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 4, 2013. However, we will continue to accept and consider applications until the positions are filled. Email letter of application, cv, writing sample, three letters of recommendation, and transcript to [mailto:english.information@okstate.edu english.information@okstate.edu]. Filling of this position is contingent upon availability of funding. Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-Verify employer committed to diversity. OSU-Stillwater is a tobacco-free campus.

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Providence College (RI) - TT Assistant Professor of English (Writing Specialist)
The Department of English at Providence College invites applications for a writing specialist at the level of assistant professor (tenure-track) commencing August 2014. In addition to teaching a variety of courses in the English Department, including first-year writing, responsibilities will include helping faculty across the college integrate more writing into their teaching, in support of the college's new Core Curriculum.

Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition from an accredited institution is required. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching, the ability to establish a strong scholarly publication record, and a willingness to be active in service to the college and the community.

Applicants must apply on-line at the College career site (https://careers.providence.edu) and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s), a writing sample of no more than 20 pages, and the names and email addresses of three reference providers who can submit a letter of recommendation. Address inquiries to Bruce Graver, Chair, Department of English, Providence College, Providence, RI 02918. If applicants prefer to use a dossier service such as Interfolio, the dossier should be emailed directly to Janet Masso in the Department of English, jmasso@providence.edu. Application deadline is November 1, 2013.

Providence College is a Roman Catholic four-year liberal arts institution conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars and seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. Providence College is committed to upholding an academic culture and campus community that attracts and supports the development of a diverse faculty reflecting the global environment in which we live and work.

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San Diego State University (CA) - Director of the San Diego State University Writing Center (Assoc. Professor or Professor)
The Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies at San Diego State University seeks applicants for the position of Director of the San Diego State University Writing Center, a tenure-track appointment (twelve-month contract) at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, beginning Fall Semester, 2014.

Ph.D. in Rhetoric, Composition, or comparable area.

We seek candidates with demonstrated ability in writing center administration to direct the new Writing Center, which will begin operation in Fall 2014. The Director will oversee the Center’s initiatives to assist San Diego State University students at all levels across the disciplines to strengthen their academic writing through face-to-face and online writing support. In addition, the Director will help faculty members from across the disciplines to incorporate writing into their classrooms and to conduct research related to writing and the writing process. The Director will supervise an Assistant Director (appointed at the lecturer level) and approximately twenty-five graduate and undergraduate peer tutors. In addition to administrative responsibilities, the Director will teach one to two courses per year in rhetoric and composition. The Director’s faculty appointment will be in the Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies.

In addition to documenting significant administrative ability, successful candidates will demonstrate scholarly achievement commensurate with the rank of associate professor or professor in rhetoric, composition, or writing center/program administration.

Applicants should submit the following online through Interfolio ByCommittee at the MLA website (http://www.mla.org): (1) letter indicating writing center administrative experience, scholarly achievements, and teaching interests, (2) detailed CV, (3) scholarly writing sample, (4) relevant course syllabi, and (5) letters from three references. Applicants will not be considered until these items have been received. Direct correspondence to Professor Suzanne Bordelon, Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-4452. Please refer to position name Writing Center Director.

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. We expect to conduct interviews at the MLA Convention in Chicago in January 2014.

The Department of Rhetoric and Writing Studies is a freestanding academic unit within the College of Arts and Letters comprised of collegial, nationally and internationally recognized faculty with interests in literacy and the teaching of writing, rhetorical theory and the history of rhetoric, and professional and public discourse. (please see the department website at: http://rhetoric.sdsu.edu)

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

LINK to Job Announcement (CSU HR) - see also SDSU Rhetoric and Writing Post

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San Jose State University (CA) - TT Assistant / Associate Professor Comp-Rhetoric / Director of Writing Programs
Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure-Track or Tenured) Composition/Rhetoric and Director of Writing Programs San José State University

Job Opening ID Number (JOID): 22695 Subject to budgetary approval

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Composition/Rhetoric by date of appointment. Experience in coordinating writing programs and teaching experience in multiple levels of university writing courses are required. Evidence of appropriate research activity is also required. Applicants should have awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience.

Responsibilities: The Department of English and Comparative Literature at San Jose State University seeks to hire a tenure-line Director of Writing Programs at the level of assistant or associate professor, depending on experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities will include:
 * ● Coordinating the university’s first-year writing programs;
 * ● Supervising instruction and assessment in composition courses;
 * ● Participating in the university’s Writing Requirements Committee and other bodies that oversee writing instruction;
 * ● Advising the chair in hiring and providing professional development to composition faculty;
 * ● Developing the university’s writing curriculum; and
 * ● Teaching writing courses at the entry and advanced level, as well as graduate courses in composition theory and pedagogy

Excellent teaching, publications, fundraising or grant activity, and committee and other service to the department and university are considerations for tenure. Candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity - in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language, and academic preparation - through course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Starting Date: August 21, 2014

Eligibility: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Application Procedures: Applications should be postmarked by October 25, 2013. For full consideration send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a separate description of research interests, and three recent letters of reference to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of English & Comparative Lit, San José State University, One Washington Square, San José, CA 95192-0090. Please include Job Opening ID (JOID) on all correspondence.

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San José State University (CA) - TT Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) Director
Job Opening ID (JOID): 22713

Rank: Associate or Full Professor (Tenure-Track or Tenured)

Qualifications: Ph.D. in Composition/Rhetoric or related field by date of appointment. Administrative experience, teaching experience in multiple levels of university writing courses, and evidence of appropriate research activity required. Other requirements include: working knowledge of WAC theory, research, and practice; experience teaching with writing-to- learn and learning-to-write pedagogies; and experience leading faculty development programs and workshops. Applicants should have awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross- cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience. Excellent teaching, publications, fundraising or grant activity, and committee and other service to the department and university are considerations for tenure and rank.

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 * Coordinating the university’s writing across the curriculum program;
 * Teaching in the area of expertise, including the writing across the curriculum program;
 * Supervising and improving instruction and assessment in composition courses across the curriculum;
 * Participating in the university’s Writing Requirements Committee and other bodies that oversee writing instruction;
 * Working closely with the coordinators/directors of Freshman Composition, the Writing Center, and the Basic Writing Program;
 * Advising the appropriate administrators and chairs in hiring, and providing professional development to WAC composition faculty;
 * Working with faculty to enhance the university’s WAC program, including, but not limited to: developing courses/assessment tools and providing faculty development support for all WAC courses
 * Developing the university’s writing across the curriculum pedagogies in the context of increasing need for on-line instructional options for students

Candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity - in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language, and academic preparation - through course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.

Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Starting Date: August 21, 2014

Eligibility: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Application Procedures: Applications should be postmarked by October 25, 2013. For full consideration send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, a separate description of research interests, and three recent letters of reference to:
 * Dean Lisa Vollendorf
 * WAC Search Committee
 * College of Humanities and the Arts
 * San José State University
 * One Washington Square
 * San José, CA 95192-0088

Please include Job Opening ID (JOID) on all correspondence

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Santa Clara University - TT Asst. Professor, Rhetoric and Composition
The Department of English at Santa Clara University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Rhetoric and Composition. Applicants will have interest and expertise in teaching rhetoric, first-year composition, advanced writing, or writing for publication. Successful candidates must have a strong commitment to both teaching and research and must be able to establish and maintain an active research program. Teaching responsibilities will include first-year critical thinking and writing courses and advanced (upper-division) courses in areas such as argumentation, writing and social justice, writing for teachers, composition theory, and/or practicum in tutoring composition. The successful candidate will teach 6 courses spread over three quarters, with a reduced teaching load of 5 courses in the first year.

Status Tenure track

Qualifications Ph.D. in English (or a closely related field), with a primary emphasis in Rhetoric and Composition; experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching first-year composition and a commitment to working with undergraduates; publications or strong promise for publications, and a clear research trajectory. Experience working with people of diverse cultures and identities, and potential to contribute to one or more departmental, college, or university priorities will be especially valued. Applicants should be aware of Jesuit educational philosophy, the social justice mission of the university, and the goals of the Department of English at Santa Clara University.

The following secondary qualifications would be also be valuable: 1) experience in developing internships or advising students on writing careers, 2) evidence of effective leadership and/or interest in writing program administration and/or assessment.

Rank and Salary Assistant Professor, salary and benefits competitive, includes housing assistance program.

Starting Date September 1, 2014

Application Deadline October 10, 2013

Application Procedure: Applicants should send CV and a letter of application describing teaching philosophy and research plan that could be implemented in a department that serves only undergraduate students by Oct 10 to https://apply.interfolio.com/22231. Email inquiries may be directed to Director of Writing and Associate Chair of English, Simone Billings, sbillings@scu.edu or Search Committee Chair, Eileen Elrod, eelrod@scu.edu.

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Savannah State University (GA) - TT Asst. Prof. - English/Professional & Technical Writing
Assistant Professor in a 10-month, tenure position. Provides high quality instruction in English; teaches upper and lower-level undergraduate courses as assigned in introductory and advanced technical writing for STEM students and English majors, advanced composition, rhetoric and freshman composition series. Responsibilities include teaching 12 hours of technical writing and/or composition per semester; holding office hours, providing meaningful and timely feedback to students, advising English majors, providing service to university, college and/or department infusing technology in teaching, and remaining current in content area(s). Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; competitive benefits.

Ph.D. with 18 graduate credit hours in the area or related sub-fields required. At least two years of university-level teaching experience required; with primary teaching duties to include technical writing and composition. Preferred experience includes teaching technical and scientific writing, using cutting edge presentation software, web-based research methods, and electronic document management tools; and some experience teaching in one or more of these areas: professional/technical writing, document design and effective presentation skills. Background and/or credit check may be required.

Complete application online (https://jobs.savannahstate.edu/); submit cover letter, vitae, graduate transcript(s) and three letters of reference to: Asst. Professor English/Professional/Technical Writing Search, Savannah State University; Liberal Arts Department; Box 20029, Savannah, GA 31404

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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Texas A&M University-San Antonio - TT Assistant Professor of English, Rhetoric and Composition / Director of Writing Center
The College of Arts and Sciences seeks applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning in January or September 2014. The appointment is for an Assistant Professor of English, specializing in Rhetoric and Composition, who will also serve as Director of the Writing Center. Successful candidates will teach upper-level undergraduate coursework in their area of specialization and related fields. As part of their regular teaching loads, candidates may have the opportunity to teach graduate courses as well as supervise Master's theses/research projects. Quality performance will be expected in instruction, research, professional development, and University service. The regular teaching load for this position is 2/2. Summer teaching assignments may be available but are not guaranteed.

As Director of the Writing Center, the successful candidate will hire, train, supervise, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students working as Writing Assistants; oversee the growth and development of the Writing Center; support faculty efforts to improve writing instruction (with the long-term goal of developing a Writing Across the Curriculum program); develop instructional materials for Writing Assistants and faculty. Work Hours: Flexible to suit course schedule. Special Instructions to Applicants: Texas A&M University-San Antonio (TAMU-SA) is a new university in the established Texas A&M University System serving upper-level (junior, senior and graduate) students from a culturally diverse and largely non-traditional population. The university was created to address the educational needs in South San Antonio and surrounding areas. The current enrollment is approximately 4,400.

Applications for the position are online at https://employment.tamusahr.com Please apply online with the required documents - cover letter and curriculum vitae.

The position is open until filled; however, review of applications will begin on October 7, 2013. Please direct any questions related to the position to Dr. Ann Bliss at abliss@tamusa.tamus.edu.

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Texas Woman's University - Asst./Assoc. Professor, Rhetoric
We seek rhetoricians in the teacher-scholar tradition to contribute to our BA and MA programs in English and the Ph.D. program in rhetoric. We are a small, lively, engaged department that values collegiality and collaboration, both within the department and across the campus. Candidates should be prepared to teach a range courses in writing, rhetoric, and literature (if desired), including graduate courses in the area of specialization. Preference for one position will be given to candidates prepared to teach history of rhetoric. We have other needs in public discourse, professional writing, the rhetorics of cultures and identities, and 18th century literature, but we welcome applications from all rhetoricians who might contribute to our programs. Ph.D. in English, rhetoric, or closely related area is required. Successful applicants will demonstrate excellent teaching; an ongoing program of research (established publication record required for advanced appointment); and a commitment to service. Experience or interest in online instruction is desired.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION: Texas Woman's University occupies a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest university primarily for women. Established in 1901, TWU is a doctoral/research-intensive public university which emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education. The College of Arts and Sciences, with over thirty-five percent of TWU's graduate and undergraduate population of over 15,000, prepares students for success in a global world. TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton (population 115,000), located 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This metroplex, the nation's fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues. Additional information about the University is available at http://www.twu.edu.

Texas Woman's University, an AA/EEO employer, supports diversity. Men and women, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate's ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks.

TO APPLY: To apply, please email letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, a one page statement of research interests/plans, three letters of recommendation, writing sample (approx. 20 pages), sample student course evaluations, and a sample syllabus to Facultyjobs@twu.edu (e-mail Header or Subject line must include job title and job code number 14AS-ESFL04).

Date Closed: Review of applications will begin November 15, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled.

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University of Cincinnati - TT Asst. Professor, Composition and Rhetoric
Faculty member is responsible for teaching 4 courses per year Assistant Professor, tenure-track, AAUP Represented, Composition & Rhetoric, University of Cincinnati, Department of English (100% FTE) beginning August 15, 2014. Undergraduate and graduate teaching. Three-year appointment, renewable, tenure track. Active scholar w/interest in contributing to a Rhetoric & Compositon doctoral program and experience in some form of writing program administration.

Job Close Date: 11-15-2013

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs - TT Assistant Professor, Specialist in Rhetoric and/or Composition and Director of First-Year Rhetoric and Writing Program
The English Department at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a tenure-track specialist in rhetoric and/or composition to direct our general education First-Year Rhetoric and Writing Program, to teach upper-division courses in areas of specialization that contribute to the English Major and/or the rhetoric emphasis within the Major, and to teach first-year rhetoric and writing courses. We require the ability to work collaboratively with and provide professional development for 25+ Non-Tenure-Track Instructors (all of whom have earned an MA degree or higher, many of whom have taught first-year writing here for 10+ years). These faculty provide a dedicated and stable cohort of Instructors and Senior Instructors. Administrative experience required. Ten-month contract begins 1 August 2014. Interests in rhetorical history, theory, and criticism; composition theory and pedagogy; literacies (including research and information); computers in the classroom; assessment; WAC/WID and/or WPA are welcome. Our Department is organized on an English Studies model. Consequently, our new colleague must be able to collaborate effectively with colleagues in English (T/TT/NTT faculty) who teach and do research in literature, professional and technical writing, rhetoric, and our growing creative writing cohort. Candidates must also be able to collaborate with Ph.D.-level faculty in related extra-departmental areas, such as WAC, our Junior-Year Campus-wide Portfolio Writing Assessment (led by another Director), and the Center for Excellence in Writing, also led by a separate Director and staffed by student-consultants (usually English majors) who are trained in a course typically taught by the Writing Center Director. Teaching load in the first year is 1/1. The standard Director's teaching load after year one is 2/2. We anticipate that the new Director will be aided by Senior NTT Instructors appointed to supporting roles in the First-Year Rhetoric and Writing Program, possibly with teaching off-loads. A proven research agenda is required for a Department and College/Campus that values both talented teaching and refereed research; we are also a service-oriented group. Ph.D. in hand by 30 June 2014. No more than three years of postdoctoral experience preferred.

Selected candidates interviewed via phone/skype in November 2013; additional interviews may be scheduled at MLA, Chicago, January 2014. Apply by 14 October 2013.

To apply, upload the following to http://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/71046: · letter of application that addresses the relationship among creative writing, literature, professional and technical writing, rhetoric, and other components of English Studies · CV · statement of teaching philosophy · statement of administrative philosophy · names with e-mail addresses for three references whom we will contact for letters · unofficial graduate transcripts (official graduate transcripts by our request) · writing sample (30 pp. maximum) We will contact recommenders of all applicants via e-mail to arrange for their letters to be sent. Although these letters are not required to apply, it will be important for us to receive them promptly upon request; for this reason we advise all applicants to make preliminary arrangements. You will be able to verify through Jobs at CU whether or not their letters have been submitted. Applicants who use a portfolio service, such as Interfolio, are asked to list the unique email address assigned to each recommender as the contact information. An automated message will be sent to that unique address with instructions on how to upload the references. UCCS is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. UCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fosters equity in employment by promoting diversity and assuring inclusiveness. We encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting Human Resources at (719) 255-3372. Please see http://www.uccs.edu for more information about our department and campus.

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Just an FYI for anyone applying this year, this position was advertised last year and the politics of the position's particular requirements (ie. teaching load compared to literature faculty in the department and cover letter stipulation) were discussed here on the Talk page for 2013.

University of Hawaii at West O'ahu - TT Asst. or Assoc. Prof.
Responsibilities include coordinating our First Year Writing Program, active scholarship, and participation in faculty governance. The successful candidate will help with creating and delivering lower and upper-division rhetoric and composition courses; in addition, the faculty member will have the opportunity to develop courses that include writing for emergent technologies. This position requires collaboration with administrators and faculty throughout UH West O‘ahu.

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 * Earned doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in Rhetoric and Composition or closely related field.

Associate Professor Minimum Qualifications:
 * Evidence of active research agenda; evidence of excellent teaching; knowledge of administering a First Year Writing Program.
 * In addition to the minimum qualifications above, five (5) years of full-time college or university teaching at the rank of Assistant Professor (teaching relevant courses in Rhetoric and Composition or closely related disciplines).


 * Experience with budgets.


 * Ability to integrate technology in composition courses.


 * Excellent communication and collaboration skills and demonstrated leadership.

Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, curriculum vita, statements of teaching and administrative philosophy, three letters of reference and copies of official transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of hire), course evaluations within the past two years; writing sample (30 page maximum) by email as MS Word or PDF file attachments to uhwoacad@hawaii.edu. Please be sure to include the position title and number, if applicable, in the subject line. Copies of selected publications are also encouraged and may be requested during search process. If ABD, submit a letter from the committee chair attesting that all degree requirements will be met by August 1, 2014. Application materials may also be mailed to the address below. Please redact out references to social security numbers and birth date on transcript copies. All items become the property of the University of Hawaii-West O‘ahu and will not be returned.
 * Ability to interact effectively in a multicultural setting and experience teaching diverse populations.

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - TT Assistant or Associate Professor of Writing Studies
Full-time, tenure-track or tenured appointment in the Department of English, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, to participate in an active, interdisciplinary writing studies program. Preferred areas of research specialization are those centered on one or more of the following: Composition studies; qualitative methods; literacy, linguistic, or rhetorical practices of under-represented groups. Applicants at the assistant professor level must demonstrate a promising research agenda, a strong record of teaching, and/or other professional experience. Applicants at the associate level must possess a strong record of publication, as well as excellence in teaching; strong professional leadership experience is preferred. Target start date is August 16th, 2014. Ph.D. in English/Rhetoric and Composition or Writing Studies, or closely related field, 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 of interest and curriculum vitae by November 1 st, 2013. Select applicants will be asked to submit a writing sample and letters of recommendation at a later date. We will interview finalists at MLA in Chicago in January 2014.

For further information, contact Amy Rumsey ( rumsey@illinois.edu, 217-333-2390). Salary commensurate with qualifications. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. ( http://www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu)

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln - TT Assistant Professor of English (Composition and Rhetoric Specialist)
The Department of English at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Composition and Rhetoric specialist. Areas of interest that are especially welcome include literacy theory and practice in schools, communities and multimodal/digital spaces; scholarship of teaching and K-16 teacher development; cross cultural rhetorics; and socially conscious writing pedagogies. The successful candidate will join a collaborative faculty providing leadership in any of the program’s areas of emphasis, including the Nebraska Writing Project, the undergraduate and graduate writing program, and the Writing Center. Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or closely related field by August 2014, a record of excellent teaching, and a promising research program. To be considered for the position go to https://employment.unl.edu/, requisition #F_130173 and click on Apply to this job. For information about the application process or about the position, contact Professor Robert Brooke, Search Committee Chair, 402-472-1807, rbrooke1@unl.edu. Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Professor Brooke at 402-472-1807 for assistance. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action, equal opportunity, work-life balance and dual careers.

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University of New Hampshire - TT Asst. Prof.
The University of New Hampshire Department of English invites applications for a full-time benefits-eligible Assistant Professor in Composition and Rhetoric beginning September 2014.

Qualified applications will have a PhD in Composition-Rhetoric or related field by August 2014. The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate classes (2/2 course load) in composition and rhetoric; maintain an active research agenda; advise students and serve on exam and dissertation committees; and, at some point, also participate in writing program administration efforts.

For a complete job description and to apply, visit https://jobs.usnh.edu

All applications must be submitted online with a cover letter, CV/dossier (including letters of recommendation), graduate transcripts, and writing sample by November 1, 2013, to receive full consideration. Send letters of recommendation via email to: Sabina.Foote@unh.edu

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University of the Sciences in Philadelphia - TT Asst. Prof. / Writing Ctr. Director
UNIVERSITY OF THE SCIENCES IN PHILADELPHIA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AND WRITING CENTER COORDINATOR-Tenure Track

Position summary: The Writing Programs unit at the University of the Sciences is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Composition to serve as Writing Center Coordinator. The individual hired for this position will bear primary responsibility for the pedagogical and administrative functions of the Writing Center. As such, the Coordinator will be responsible for strategic planning, budget management, tutor training and outreach functions of the Writing Center. The ideal candidate should possess a doctorate in Writing Studies, Rhetoric and Composition, English Education or a closely related field with significant focus on writing pedagogy. Also, the Coordinator will be expected to develop and maintain an active research agenda within the discipline of Writing Studies with a focus on writing pedagogy, assessment, and/or writing center administration. Additionally, the ideal candidate should be committed to a collaborative model of writing program administration and will work closely with the Director and Assistant Director of Writing Programs. The Coordinator reports to the Director of Writing Programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Strategic planning, budget management, tutor training, and general day-to-day oversight of the Writing Center. The position requires teaching, tutoring, and administration. The Coordinator is responsible for preparing periodic and annual reports for the Director of Writing Programs. As a member of the Writing Programs faculty, the Coordinator is expected to fully participate in the planning, training, and assessment functions within the Writing Programs in addition to Writing Center duties as assigned by the Director of Writing Programs.

The individual hired for this position is expected to contribute to University service in addition to teaching, scholarship, advising (as appropriate) and Writing Center administration.

Education and Experience :Doctorate in Rhetoric and composition, English education, or closely related field. Minimum of 3 years teaching rhetoric and composition

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, C.V., statement of writing center philosophy, and three letters of reference (in MS Word or PDF format) to [mailto:employment@usciences.edu employment@usciences.edu]

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Electronic submissions only. USciences is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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University of Utah - TT Asst. Professor, Writing Studies and/or Rhetoric
The University Writing Program (UWP) of the University of Utah has an opening for an Assistant Professor beginning July 2014, with a joint, tenure-track appointment in the Department of English. We seek a candidate with an interest in writing studies and/or rhetoric. We especially invite applicants whose primary research interests include one or more of the following: rhetoric of science and/or technology, medical writing, underrepresented and/or global rhetorics, and/or assessment. We seek a candidate with a promising and well-articulated research program, curricular versatility in undergraduate writing, and the ability to contribute to our graduate program. Teaching load is 2/2.

The University Writing Program is responsible for undergraduate writing instruction, cross-curricular writing initiatives, the University Writing Center, a growing Writing and Rhetoric Studies Major and Minor, and a robust 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, second language/multilingual composition, and writing in the disciplines and professions. Applicants may see the job posting and apply at http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/25655. The UWP website is located at http://www.hum.utah.edu/uwp/.

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University of Wisconsin-Stout - Asst. Professor - Professional/Technical Communication and Emerging Media
We are looking for faculty who value teaching as a career and who are interested in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in professional/technical communication. Department/university service, student advising, research, and ability to work in teams are expected. Willingness to pursue grants is a requirement. Effective use of technology in the classroom is essential as we are a laptop campus and a polytechnic university; expertise or interest in online delivery is preferred. Successful candidates will have a degree in any relevant field, including Technical Communication, Rhetoric, Composition, Communication Studies, English, Journalism, and Mass Communication. PhD is preferred, ABD considered; PhD and research are required for promotion and tenure.

We seek candidates who can contribute to our Bachelor of Science in Professional Communication and Emerging Media (PCEM) program (with concentrations in Technical Communication, Applied Journalism, and Digital Humanities) as well as a Master of Science in Technical and Professional Communication (MSTPC) program, offered exclusively online. Competitive candidates will have academic expertise and/or professional experience to teach in one or more of the following areas: usability, user experience and user-centered research, content management/SEO, emerging and/or social media, research in the digital humanities, convergent journalism, public relations, digital storytelling, project management.

Consistent with our mission as a teaching institution, the standard teaching load is 4/4. In addition to teaching courses in the PCEM and MSTPC programs, candidates should be willing to teach first-year composition. Course assignments will vary depending on curricular and student needs.

For a more detailed description of the position, please see our website: http://www.uwstout.edu/english. Apply online via http://www.uwstout.edu/jobs/. To be considered applications must include: cover letter, vita, copies of transcripts, evidence of teaching potential and contact information of three current references. For additional information, contact Dr. Jerry Kapus, Chair, Department of English & Philosophy, at 715-232-1103 or kapusj@uwstout.edu. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Application deadline October 1, 2013. EEO/AA

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Also posted at New Media and Digital Humanities 2014 and Communication and Media Studies 2013-2014

Virginia Military Insitute - TT Asst. Professor, Rhetoric-Composition (Two Positions)
Openings for at least two tenure-track assistant professors of English with professional interest and expertise in Rhetoric and Composition, beginning August 2014, to teach three courses per semester, including freshman and upper-level courses in an English major with a central focus on rhetoric.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply. 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.

Candidates must both fill out an on-line application and submit required supporting materials (a letter of application, résumé, transcript, and three letters of recommendation) either by e-mail to RCSearch14@vmi.edu or by mail to Dr. Emily Miller, Head, Department of English, Rhetoric, and Humanistic Studies, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA 24450.

Review of applications will begin December 2 and continue until the position has been filled. Interviews via Skype and/or at MLA.

Ph.D. by August 2014.

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 * NOTE: Applicants might want to be aware of some context for these positions: "VMI's English faculty resign amid turmoil" (July 3, 2013)

Yale-NUS - Associate Writing Director (3 yr. renewable contract; TT possible)
he newly established Yale-NUS College (www.yale-nus.edu.sg ) in Singapore, a collaboration between the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Yale University, seeks to hire an Associate Director of the Writing Program, with a three-year renewable contract. We seek a candidate with expertise in teaching writing to first-year students and with the administrative talent to supervise a program of peer writing tutors. Candidates should hold PhD or MFA. Depending on qualifications, the candidate may be eligible for a tenure-track appointment in the Division of the Humanities. The successful candidate will work closely with Robin Hemley, Director of the Writing Program.

Yale-NUS College seeks outstanding teacher-scholars, who are committed to innovative pedagogy and curriculum development, who are active researchers, and who enjoy closely mentoring students. Regardless of their field of specialization, candidates should be enthusiastic about contributing to an interdisciplinary common curriculum in the liberal arts.

Salary, benefits, and leave policies will be competitive at an international level. The College expects further rounds of hiring over the next few years as the student body increases. Yale-NUS College is committed to supporting faculty research through generous startup grants, annual research and travel budgets, and sabbatical leave.

For all general inquiries, please contact [mailto:yale-nus.college@yale.edu yale-nus.college@yale.edu]. Review of applications will begin November 1st, 2013, and continue until the position is filled.

The College values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. For additional information about Yale-NUS College and the faculty hiring process, including submission guidelines, and to apply, we invite you to our web site at: http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/prospective-faculty.html.

Contact: For all general inquiries, please contact[mailto:yale-nus.college@yale.edu yale-nus.college@yale.edu]

Website: http://www.yale-nus.edu.sg/index.php/prospective-faculty.html

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