Assistant Professor in Academic Writing and Reading

Metropolitan State University • Saint Paul, MN

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About The Position

Metro State University is seeking a full-time, probationary (tenure-track) Assistant Professor in Academic Writing and Reading. This role is situated within the Writing, Literature, and Language department and is designed to empower post-traditional students through effective teaching and engagement in scholarly activities. The position emphasizes a commitment to diversity and equitable outcomes in education, with a start date of August 18, 2025.

Requirements

• PhD in English, Rhetoric & Composition, Writing Studies, TESOL, or Applied Linguistics.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching excellence.
• A plan for scholarly activity and/or research in Writing Studies.
• Effective communication skills (written & verbal).
• Experience working collaboratively with culturally, economically, and linguistically diverse students and colleagues.
• Commitment to general education writing programs.

Nice To Haves

• A completed terminal degree in the specified disciplines.
• Secondary interest in writing in the disciplines, scholarly writing, multimodal composition, developmental writing, writing across the curriculum, and writing program administration.
• Community-engaged research and/or teaching experience.
• Ability to design and teach creative, rigorous, and organized online writing courses.
• Evidence of high engagement with students outside of the classroom.
• Experience developing writing curricula at a post-secondary institution.
• Professional development in culturally responsive pedagogy, anti-racist pedagogy, and/or universal design.

Responsibilities

• Teach Academic Writing courses effectively to a post-traditional student population.
• Contribute to meaningful assessment of student learning.
• Engage in scholarly activity, creative achievement, and/or research.
• Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study.
• Contribute to student growth and development through advising and assistance.
• Engage in service to the university and community.
• Deliver a student-centered education that supports equitable outcomes for all students.
• Provide excellent learning environments through in-person, online, and/or hybrid course modalities.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with education and experience, determined by the salary placement process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree