Instructor

University of North Florida Alumni Association • Jacksonville, FL

21d

About The Position

This is a 9-month, non-tenure-earning Instructor of English position in the Department of English and World Languages at the University of North Florida. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load, or equivalent, plus service commensurate with the role. The department values internships, student success, digital humanities, writing across the curriculum, and writing in the disciplines. The anticipated start date is August 2, 2027. The position reports to the Department Chair, Dr. Tru Leverette Hall, and has no supervisory responsibilities. Working hours vary.

The ideal candidate will bring teaching and professional expertise in professional communication, technical writing, and writing studies. Consideration will include demonstrated excellence in teaching and experience in writing across the curriculum; experience coordinating internships and community outreach is also relevant. Applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, two syllabi (one in technical writing or professional communication), and a teaching statement. Three professional references will be requested during application review. The selected candidate must provide official transcripts, and where applicable U.S. degree-equivalency evaluations, by the date of hire. Additional documents may be required based on responses to Foreign Influence Review questions. The position requires a background check and may require a credit check.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is a significant factor for consideration.
• Experience in writing across the curriculum is a significant factor for consideration.
• Submit a current curriculum vitae, cover letter, two syllabi (including one in technical writing or professional communication), and a teaching statement.
• Provide official transcripts and, as applicable, U.S. degree-equivalency evaluations documenting qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
• Pass a required background check; a credit check may also be required.
• Promptly report specified allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse in accordance with the position's Responsible Employee designation.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching and professional expertise in professional communication, technical writing, and writing studies.
• Experience coordinating internships.
• Experience with community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 course load, or equivalent.
• Provide service commensurate with the position.
• Promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse to the University's Title IX Administrator or a divisional Title IX Coordinator, as required of a Responsible Employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level