Tenure-Track: First-Year Writing & Composition Leader

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

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