Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence - Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing, beginning July 1, 2027. Applicants must hold a Ph.D.

in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. We seek a teacher-scholar whose research explores how AI reshapes writing, editing, digital publishing, and rhetoric, with a record of publication and pedagogical engagement in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a closely related field by time of appointment.
• Record of teaching excellence at the college level.
• Research and teaching in writing, editing, digital publishing, and AI.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 2-2 load across graduate and undergraduate courses.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda on AI in writing, editing, and publishing.
• Engage in service and curricular development within the department and university.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Interdisciplinary work

Public engagement

Education

Ph.D. in English or related field

Job description

Job Details

Department: English and Comparative Literature - 311500

Position Type: Permanent Faculty

Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure Track

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence - Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week: 40

FTE: 1

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications

Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2027

Posting Open Date: 10/06/2026

Application Deadline: 11/16/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Position Information

The Department of English and Comparative Literature at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing, beginning July 1, 2027. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, English, Writing Studies, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.

We seek a teacher-scholar whose research and teaching engage the evolving relationships among writing, editing, digital publishing, and artificial intelligence. We welcome candidates working across rhetoric and composition, writing studies, technical and professional communication, digital rhetoric, literacy studies, or related fields.

The successful candidate will maintain a research program that examines how AI is reshaping writing, editing, digital publishing, and rhetoric. We are particularly interested in scholars who move beyond simple narratives of technological optimism or critique.

We seek candidates who approach artificial intelligence as a complex scholarly problem that demands historical, theoretical, empirical, creative, and pedagogical investigation. Candidates should demonstrate how their work develops and applies questions about authorship, creativity, expertise, communication, labor, literacy, ethics, publishing, and/or the future of humanistic inquiry.

Candidates should also demonstrate a record of research, publication, and practical and pedagogical engagement with emerging technologies. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work across disciplinary boundaries through expertise in multiple areas of study and the creative integration of diverse approaches.

We also seek candidates with a commitment to collaborative scholarship, which may be demonstrated through leadership and participation in academic programs, research initiatives, or public-facing projects. Beyond research collaborations, we value public outreach, the sharing of resources, and community-building activities that contribute to vibrant intellectual communities and broaden the impact of scholarly work.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of English and Comparative Literature is committed to hiring an exceptional teacher/scholar who brings energy and a fresh perspective to their research, pedagogy, and service and who is ready to teach in our Rhetoric and Composition program.

We seek candidates who can contribute to UNC's academic mission as a public institution, especially through commitment to diversity of perspective, intercultural understanding, and engagement with local resources and communities. We encourage candidates to consult our website to learn about the Department's curriculum, values, and mission. Candidates working across disciplines are encouraged to apply.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the flagship institution of a strong state university system comprising 17 campuses across North Carolina; neighbor institutions within 25 miles include Duke University, North Carolina Central University, North Carolina State University, and Meredith College. Chapel Hill is a vibrant college town near the Research Triangle economic hub and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Position Summary

The Department of English and Comparative Literature at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is recruiting an Assistant Professor of Artificial Intelligence - Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing. The successful candidate's duties will include teaching, research, and service. This Assistant Professor will teach a 2-2 load made up of graduate and undergraduate courses; contribute to both undergraduate and graduate curricula; mentor students; participate in select administrative activities; and engage in ongoing scholarly research.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related degree and instructional experience at the college level by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Demonstrated excellence in college-level teaching, a strong research portfolio, expertise in research methods, a history of collaboration, experience in research and teaching related to Artificial Intelligence and its relationship to Writing, Editing, and Digital Publishing.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

N/A.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: David J. Baker/ Phialas Distinguished Professor

Department Contact Telephone or Email: [e-mail]

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information: If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to [e-mail]. Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.