Teaching Professor, English

DetailsSan Diego, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The Department of English at the University of San Diego seeks a Teaching Professor to work within the curriculum of both the English Department and the University’s Writing Program (housed in the English Department). The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching at both the lower-division and upper-division levels, particularly: first-year writing, literary theory, genre literature, oral histories, preparatory college writing, English as a second language, and creative writing courses. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching by remaining active in their fields, through publications. This position is for one year, teaching four courses each per semester (a 4:4 load). Please note that positions will be hired at the Teaching Professor level. This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721 This is a full-time, benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of May 31, 2027. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.

Requirements

  • Hold an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate or other terminal degree. ABD candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Have a demonstrated history of excellence in teaching at both the lower-division and upper-division levels, particularly: first-year writing, literary theory, genre literature, oral histories, preparatory college writing, English as a second language, and creative writing courses.
  • Have demonstrated a commitment to teaching and research, mentoring undergraduates, and fostering a climate of inclusion and diversity.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
  • Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Nice To Haves

  • Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching by remaining active in their fields through publications.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching four courses each per semester (a 4:4 load)
  • Teaching first-year writing
  • Teaching literary theory
  • Teaching genre literature
  • Teaching oral histories
  • Teaching preparatory college writing
  • Teaching English as a second language
  • Teaching creative writing courses

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • a retirement contribution given to you by the University
  • access to on-campus Fitness Centers
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