Assistant Teaching Professor, English

The University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tampa invites applications for a full-time, continuing position as Assistant Teaching Professor of English and Writing, to begin in August 2027. The role is on-campus with an emphasis on teaching academic writing to a diverse student body in the Academic Writing Program.

The ideal candidate will hold a terminal degree in English or a related field, with university-level teaching experience and demonstrated scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in English or related field.
• College- or university-level experience teaching academic writing.
• Demonstrated scholarly/professional activity.

Responsibilities

• Teach seven four-hour courses in academic writing per year.
• Contribute to curricular initiatives in the Academic Writing Program.
• Participate in committee work within the program.
• Opportunity to teach humanities courses in the general education curriculum.
• Possibility to serve as Assistant Director of the Academic Writing Program.

Skills

Teaching

Scholarly work

Academic writing

Education

Terminal degree in English

Job description

Position Details

The Department of English and Writing at the University of Tampa is pleased to invite applications for a full-time and continuing position as Assistant Teaching Professor of English and Writing, to begin in August 2027.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.

UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

Our vibrant and growing Academic Writing Program welcomes applicants with experience and enthusiasm for teaching academic writing to students with diverse backgrounds, fields of study, and professional goals.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated teacher with a demonstrable commitment to academic writing and writing pedagogy.

The on-campus, in-person teaching load consists of seven four-hour courses in academic writing per year.

In addition to teaching duties, successful candidates will contribute to the Academic Writing Program by participating in curricular initiatives and taking part in committee work.

Candidates may also have the opportunity to teach humanities courses in our general education curriculum and to serve as Assistant Director of the Academic Writing Program.

Successful candidates will have a terminal degree in English or related field, college- or university-level experience teaching academic writing, and demonstrated scholarly/professional activity.

Applicants should be prepared to attach a cover letter detailing teaching experience and scholarly interests, a current curriculum vitae, and a scholarly writing sample.

Applications received by October 23rd will receive prioritized consideration.

In addition, applicant should be prepared to provide name and contact information for three (3) professional references.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners.

The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning.

The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education, 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs.

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) is a place where theory meets practice and expression meets experience. Guided by faculty who are talented artists and distinguished scholars, students come to CAL to study everything from fleeting snaps to enduring works of classic literature.

The College is home to eight collaborative and innovative academic departments: Art and Design, Communication, English and Writing, Film, Animation and New Media, Languages and Linguistics, Music, Philosophy and Religion, and Theatre and Dance.

As a community of scholars and artists, the College of Arts and Letters engages in cutting-edge creative work, technological innovation, critical scholarly practice, and dialogue with diverse communities.

Faculty and students across CAL work with emerging technologies in cutting-edge facilities including the stunning new Ferman Center for the Arts, the Bailey Art Studios and FabLAB, the historic Falk Theatre, the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, and the Cass media production facilities.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria.

The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity.

The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

The University of Tampa is a comprehensive, independent university that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. Four colleges offer about 200 areas of graduate and undergraduate study. The Spartan Studies general education curriculum helps to prepare students to be successful, contributing members of the global community.

The University’s 110-acre residential campus in downtown Tampa provides an exceptional setting for learning both on and off campus.

Valuing the community’s international heritage, the University attracts students, faculty and staff from around the world with diverse backgrounds to facilitate intercultural learning.

UT is committed to the development of each student to become a productive and responsible citizen.

The University conducts classes in personalized settings in which learning is enhanced through application by balancing “learning by thinking” with “learning by doing.”

Students are taught by highly qualified faculty members dedicated to teaching, scholarship, advising and continued intellectual growth.

Students participate in learning partnerships with faculty and the community through clinical and consulting assignments, internships and research experiences.

Academic services and co-curricular activities support individual well-being and development, and provide leadership opportunities.

UT strives to provide a rich and inclusive learning environment for all students to prepare them for careers and lifelong learning.