Tenure-Track Technical Writing Educator & Scholar

Southern University Shreveport, Inc; Sterlington (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern University Shreveport, Inc. invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Technical Writing (Tenure-Track) at SUBR. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load and a salary of $54,000-$56,000.

The successful candidate will teach freshman composition and undergraduate English courses with emphasis on technical writing. Responsibilities include scholarship, service, advising, and professional development; teaching across modalities (face-to-face, online, hybrid) and contributing to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Communication, Professional Writing, English, Writing Studies, or a closely related field; ABD candidates with a firm dissertation defense date may be considered.
• One to five years of experience teaching college-level courses.
• Demonstrated record of excellence in college-level teaching.
• Experience teaching general education courses.
• Ability to teach courses for majors and other courses as needed by the department.
• Evidence of scholarly presentation and publication potential.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply instructional technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and upper-level courses in Technical Writing, English, and related areas as assigned.
• Provide effective instruction consistent with departmental and university academic standards.
• Maintain appropriate instructional materials and course content to support student learning.
• Participate in departmental and university service activities.
• Serve on departmental and university committees as assigned.
• Provide academic advisement to undergraduate students.
• Mentor students in support of their academic and professional development.
• Assist students with navigating academic requirements and identifying appropriate educational and professional opportunities.
• Develop and maintain an active record of scholarship appropriate to the discipline and consistent with expectations for a tenure-track faculty appointment.
• Engage in scholarly research and pursue opportunities for publication.
• Participate in grant writing and other scholarly activities that support research and academic initiatives.
• Participate in professional conferences and scholarly travel to present research, exchange knowledge, and remain engaged with developments in the discipline.

Education

Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Communication, Professional Writing, English, Writing Studies, or a closely related field

Job description

Southern University Shreveport, Inc. invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Technical Writing (Tenure-Track) at SUBR. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load and a salary of $54,000-$56,000.

The successful candidate will teach freshman composition and undergraduate English courses with emphasis on technical writing. Responsibilities include scholarship, service, advising, and professional development; teaching across modalities (face-to-face, online, hybrid) and contributing to