Tenure-Track Writing & Composition Professor

Montana State University Billings; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University Billings invites applications for an Assistant Professor of English, Writing, and Composition or related field to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will primarily teach undergraduate English composition and may teach other writing and literature courses.

The role includes serving as Writing Program Coordinator and developing placement methods and program assessment. Secondary expertise in Creative Writing is preferred.

Qualifications

• PhD in English, Composition, or closely related field (ABD considered)
• Ability and interest in undergraduate teaching
• Experience teaching professional and/or technical writing
• Experience with and commitment to working with diverse student populations
• Ability and willingness to develop and teach sections/courses using onsite, online, hybrid, and/or Hyflex delivery methods

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate English composition courses and possibly other writing and literature courses
• Serve as Writing Program Coordinator: peer reviews of part-time instructors, pedagogical support, meetings with instructors, placement methods, program assessment, and planning for composition across the university
• Advise students and participate in department, college, and university service; contribute to assessment and curricular needs; maintain an active research/presentation/publication agenda

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Writing program coordination

Curriculum development

Diversity & inclusion

Creative writing (secondary)

Education

PhD in English, Composition, or related field

Job description

Montana State University Billings invites applications for an Assistant Professor of English, Writing, and Composition or related field to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will primarily teach undergraduate English composition and may teach other writing and literature courses.

The role includes serving as Writing Program Coordinator and developing placement methods and program assessment. Secondary expertise in Creative Writing is preferred.