Assistant Professor of English

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University South Bend invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English in the department’s expository writing program, to begin August 1, 2027. The full-time load is 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester, with reassigned time for scholarly and creative activities, aligned with university policies.

We seek candidates with enthusiasm for teaching first-year students in a First Year Writing General Education program, a strong research agenda, and active service

Qualifications

• PhD in Composition or First Year Writing; ABD candidates nearing completion will be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Investment in a research agenda in the field.
• Active engagement in service activities.
• Commitment to supporting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach First Year Writing and Composition to first-year students.
• Maintain an active research agenda and contribute to scholarly activities.
• Engage in service activities within the department and university.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program improvement.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Writing program leadership

Curriculum development

Student retention strategies

Education

PhD in Composition or First Year Writing

Job description

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [e-mail]

Title Assistant Professor of English

The English Department at Indiana University South Bend invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and First Year Writing in the department’s expository writing program, to begin August 1, 2027. Applicants should have enthusiasm for teaching first-year students and First-Year Writing in a First Year Writing General Education program integrated within a collegial and lively English Department. The full-time load (100% FTE ) is 12 credit hours (typically four courses) each fall and spring semester, with one course reassigned time for scholarly and creative activities following university & campus policies. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to quality instruction, maintain an active research agenda, and engage in service activities.

EEO /AA Statement

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at [e-mail] or by visiting IUPD. https://protect.iu.edu/police-safety/annual-reports/index.html

• PhD in Composition or First Year Writing; ABD candidates nearing completion of degree will be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• Investment in a research agenda in the field.
• Active engagement in service activities.
• Commitment to supporting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds.

Preferred Basic Qualifications

• Experience or expertise in writing program leadership.
• Experience in curriculum development and program development.
• Strategies for student retention.Strategies for student retention.
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Elaine Roth
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For Best Consideration Date 11/02/2026

Expected Start Date 08/01/2027

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Transcript

Optional Documents

• Other
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