Assistant Professor of Professional & Technical Writing

The University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Toledo Department of English Language and Literature invites applications for a tenure-track position in Writing Studies and Composition specializing in Professional and Technical Writing. The successful candidate will have a strong grounding in writing theory and practice. The role will help lead a revision of the Professional and Technical Writing program in response to emerging professional challenges, including generative AI, and help research and build a professional development program for managing AI in writing courses.

Duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in writing theory and practice, teaching general education writing courses, participating in the administration of the Composition program, and advocating for Composition across the university and in the community. The position is scheduled to begin in August 2027. Review begins December 11 and continues until the position is filled.

Applicants must provide a CV, a letter of application discussing research interests and teaching and administrative experience, at least three letters of reference, and a sample of scholarly writing. The university is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. University campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Requirements

• PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in research and teaching.
• Strong grounding in the theory and practice of writing.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Writing Program Assessment and Administration.
• Publications or externally funded research in professional and technical writing, the teaching of writing, or digital rhetorics.
• Experience in Writing Program Administration.

Responsibilities

• Help lead a revision of the Professional and Technical Writing program to address emerging professional challenges, including generative AI.
• Help research and build a professional development program for managing AI in writing courses.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in writing theory and practice.
• Teach general education writing courses.
• Participate in administration of the Composition program.
• Advocate for Composition across the university and in the community.

What This Job Offers

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