Assistant Professor, English

High Point University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development funding

Job summary

High Point University is seeking an Assistant Professor of English for a 9-month, non-tenure track position starting August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a 3/3 course load, develop courses in various writing disciplines, and maintain an active scholarly agenda. Applicants must have a terminal degree and prior expertise in publishing.

This position includes professional development funding and service opportunities that enhance the academic life of the institution.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Rhetoric and Composition or closely related field required by August 2026.
• Expertise in literary, creative, and/or professional publishing.
• Record of scholarship in the relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 course load across writing programs.
• Develop courses related to public and professional writing.
• Maintain a scholarly agenda in publishing.

Skills

Expertise in literary publishing

Understanding of GenAI implications

Education

Terminal degree in a related field

Job description

Position Overview

High Point University invites applications for a 9‑month, nontenure‑track Assistant Professor of English. The position begins August2026. All faculty at this rank teach a 3/3 course load, maintain a robust research and/or creative publishing agenda, and receive professional development funding and service opportunities to impact the institution’s academic life.

Teaching and Research Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 course load across the writing programs, including general education and specialized courses in literature, creative writing, digital editing, and professional publishing.
• Develop and teach courses related to the public and professional writing minor.
• Maintain a scholarly agenda in literary, creative, or professional publishing, including publications and other scholarship.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, Publishing Studies, or a closely related field earned by August2026.
• Expertise and prior work experience in literary, creative, and/or professional publishing.
• Record of scholarship related to literary, creative, and/or professional publishing.
• Understanding of GenAI implications for writing, editing, and publishing and ability to incorporate them instructionally.

Application Process

Initial screening will begin on November21, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV. After initial review, selected candidates will be contacted for an interview, and may be asked to provide a teaching portfolio (including recent syllabi, assignments, and course evaluations) and a research or creative publishing plan.

For additional information or questions, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. JustinCook, at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity

High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status, and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply. High Point University does not sponsor H1‑B visas.