Visiting Assistant Professor, Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication
About The Position
The Department of English at the University of Memphis invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication. This position is for an applicant with research interests and teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: digital rhetoric, collaborative writing, rhetorical theory, and/or technical communication. The role involves joining the department's undergraduate (BA) and graduate (MA, PhD) degree programs in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication (WRTC). The position is non-renewable and contingent upon funding, beginning in Fall 2026 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2027 semester. The University of Memphis is located in Memphis, Tennessee, a city known for its cultural heritage and a significant medical hub.
Requirements
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis through May 2027.
- Research interests and teaching experience in one or more of the following: digital rhetoric, collaborative writing, rhetorical theory, and/or technical communication.
- Ability to join undergraduate (BA) and graduate (MA, PhD) degree programs in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication (WRTC).
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching online courses is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication.
- Engage with research interests in digital rhetoric, collaborative writing, rhetorical theory, and/or technical communication.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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