Tenure-Track: First-Year Writing & Composition Scholar

Indiana University South Bend English Department; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University South Bend's English Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and First Year Writing in the department’s first-year writing program. The position begins August 1, 2027 and carries a 100% FTE load of 12 credit hours each fall and spring, typically four courses, with one course reassigned for scholarly and creative activities.

Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching, maintain an active research agenda, engage in

Qualifications

• PhD in Composition or First Year Writing required; ABD considered.
• Proven excellence in teaching.
• Active investment in a research agenda.
• Engagement in service activities.
• Commitment to supporting students from varied backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 12-credit load per academic year (typically four courses per term).
• Maintain an active research or scholarly agenda.
• Engage in department, campus, and community service.

Skills

Teaching excellence

First-Year Writing

Research

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD in Composition or First Year Writing

ABD nearing completion

Job description

Indiana University South Bend's English Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and First Year Writing in the department’s first-year writing program. The position begins August 1, 2027 and carries a 100% FTE load of 12 credit hours each fall and spring, typically four courses, with one course reassigned for scholarly and creative activities.

Successful candidates will demonstrate excellence in teaching, maintain an active research agenda, engage in