Assistant Professor of Composition and Rhetoric

NC Central University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a historically Black university committed to excellence and transformation. This role as an Assistant Professor of Composition and Rhetoric offers the chance to teach and inspire students while engaging in meaningful research. With a focus on student success and a vibrant community, you will help shape the future of education at a prestigious institution. Enjoy a supportive environment that values innovation and creativity, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of students and the broader community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance support

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in English or related field.
• Commitment to student success and diverse education.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester in Composition and Rhetoric.
• Maintain a robust research agenda and publish scholarly work.
• Serve on departmental committees and lead initiatives.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Teaching skills

Research skills

Analytical and creative thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Ph.D. in English

Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition

Ph.D. in related field

Job description

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Position Information

Working Title	Assistant Professor of Composition and Rhetoric
Position Number	610266
Appointment Type	Tenure Track - Initial 2 years
FTE	1=9/10 month -Faculty only

Position Overview

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution-we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as 'The City of Medicine,' NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
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The primary purpose of this position is to teach four (4) courses per semester in Composition and Rhetoric, from First-year Composition to Advanced Composition and Rhetorical Theory/History.

The successful candidate will possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must exhibit the ability to create an engaging teaching, learning, and research environment that promotes creativity, innovation, and the discovery of new knowledge. They must display a commitment to student success that includes the recruitment, retention, graduation, and placement of undergraduate and graduate students. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to an open and collegial style of communication and management. Candidates must exhibit a stern commitment to North Carolina Central University and the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities' mission to provide a quality education to a diverse student body.

Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or other related field.

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North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit	The mission of the Department of Language and Literature at North Carolina Central University is to engage students in languages, cultures, literatures, linguistics, and writing. We foster students' analytical and creative thinking, problem-solving abilities, and communication strategies to prepare students for their responsibilities in civic and professional life. The department offers an English M.A., B.A.s in English, Spanish, and Interdisciplinary Studies, and minors in Spanish, German, philosophy, literature, and writing. We host the Spanish Club, the Ex Umbra literary magazine, the Eagle Creators Society, and several other student clubs and honor societies. Language and Literature faculty contribute to many interdisciplinary initiatives including Women's and Gender Studies, Global Studies, Service Learning, undergraduate research, and Digital Humanities. Our Spanish curriculum starts with elementary and general education coursework and continues through advanced undergraduate coursework. The undergraduate Spanish B.A. programs include a degree with licensure and a degree without licensure as well as Spanish and Hispanophone Africana Studies minors. NCCU, a member of The University of North Carolina System, is the nation's first public historically black liberal arts college. The campus of approximately 6,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students is located in Durham, North Carolina, a dynamic, diverse part of the state known for its universities and high social capital. The University continues to serve its traditional student body of African Americans while expanding on its commitment to meet the educational needs of a student body that is diverse.
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Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Teach four (4) courses per semester in First-year Composition, Advanced Composition, History and Theory of Rhetoric, or other Writing Intensive courses; hold ten (10) office hours per week; plan courses and grade/provide feedback on student work.

Function	Instructional
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Maintain a robust research agenda, including attending and presenting at professional conferences, publishing scholarly research in peer-reviewed academic journals and/or books, and securing external and internal grants.

Function	Research
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Serve as chair of the First-year Writing Committee and other department/university committees as assigned; eventually serve as Director of First-year Writing.

Function	Public Service
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Posting Detail Information

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.
North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Posting Number	F000085
Open Date	02/24/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Date Position Available	07/01/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants