Rhetoric and Composition (Open-Rank Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty)

Gwynedd Mercy University • Dobbs Ferry, NY

397d • $73,000 - $100,000 • Remote

About The Position

Mercy University invites applications for an open-rank tenured or tenure-track faculty position specializing in Rhetoric and Composition, set to begin in September 2025. The role focuses on teaching diverse student populations at a leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in New York State, emphasizing equity-driven undergraduate education. Candidates are expected to contribute to curriculum development and engage in service to the department and university, with a teaching load of 4/4.

Requirements

• An active research agenda in writing studies.
• Experience teaching first-year writing as an instructor of record.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• A Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition by the appointment date.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in writing programs or writing center administration is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person first-year composition courses on the Dobbs Ferry campus and potentially at Bronx or Manhattan campuses.
• Contribute to curriculum development and initiatives around first-year composition and Writing Across the Curriculum.
• Teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses as needed based on departmental requirements and candidate qualifications.
• Engage in service to the Department, English Program, School of Liberal Arts, and the University.

Benefits

• High-quality health care plans
• Retirement benefits
• Tuition discounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Generous leave benefits
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition remission for employees and their families
• Remote work options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees