Assistant Professor of Writing Studies and Co-Director of the Center for Writing
University of St Thomas • St. Paul, MN2d • Onsite
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Assistant Professor of Writing Studies and Co-Director of the Center for Writing
University of St Thomas•St. Paul, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
The English Department at the University of St. Thomas (St. Paul, Minnesota) is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Writing Studies and co-director of the Center for Writing, starting September 1, 2027. This position is ideal for candidates specializing in writing center theory and practice, with a preference for those with subspecialties in writing instruction for neurodiverse and/or multilingual learners, inclusive pedagogy, and/or the use of generative AI in writing. The role involves teaching first-year literature and writing courses, a Writing Center Theory & Practice undergraduate course, a Teaching College English graduate course, and other courses based on the candidate's expertise. A key aspect of this role is the co-directorship of the university's Center for Writing for an initial three-year term, which includes a reduced teaching load of five courses per academic year. Upon achieving tenure and promotion, the co-director will assume full responsibility as Director, with a reduced course load of four courses and summer duties. The department values creativity, curiosity, versatility, and a commitment to using disciplinary knowledge for equity, action, and hope. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active scholarly agenda, engage in student academic advising, and contribute to departmental, university, and community service.
Requirements
- PhD (U.S. or foreign equivalent degree) in English, Rhetoric/Composition, Writing Studies, or a closely related discipline; alternatively, ABD nearing completion will also be considered.
- Proven record of excellence in undergraduate teaching.
- Demonstrated commitment to an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive learning environment.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Strong potential for productive research/scholarly activities.
Nice To Haves
- Specializing in writing center theory and practice.
- Subspecialties including but not limited to writing instruction that supports neurodiverse and/or multilingual learners; inclusive pedagogy; and/or writing in the context of generative AI.
Responsibilities
- Teach first-year literature and writing courses in the English core curriculum.
- Teach a Writing Center Theory & Practice undergraduate course for student consultants.
- Teach a Teaching College English graduate course.
- Teach other courses in the undergraduate and MA program in English as fits the candidate’s specialties and interests.
- Co-direct the university's Center for Writing with an English department colleague for an initial three-year term.
- Maintain an active scholarly agenda.
- Engage with student academic advising.
- Perform service to the department, university, and community.
Benefits
- Tuition remission benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents upon eligibility.
- A generous employer retirement contribution upon eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision options.
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits.
- Paid parental leave benefits for the birth or adoption of a child.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
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