Visiting Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric
Visiting Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Writing & Rhetoric
Department of English
St. Edwards University a nationally ranked independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a full-time 9-month nonrenewable position as a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of English beginning August 18 2025. St. Edwards is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission of educating the hearts and minds of a diverse student body deeply committed to social justice.
The successful candidate will teach courses in the General Education program and in the Writing and Rhetoric degree program; assist the chair of the Department of English in managing the General Education writing program including mentoring a team of part-time faculty and ensuring their alignment with the programs curriculum; participate in program departmental and university service; advise students in the program; and work effectively with colleagues across disciplines.
St. Edwards University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial ethnic sexual and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.
For consideration candidates must have the following qualifications:
- A doctorate or masters degree in Writing and Rhetoric or related field. Doctoral candidates will be considered.
- At least two or more years of previous successful teaching experience at the collegiate level. A strong portfolio of teaching materials and sample syllabi from 2 classes they have taught. A teaching philosophy that describes the candidates approach to the use of generative AI in courses that focus on writing.
- Successful completion of an employment and/or criminal history background check.
Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have the interest and ability or potential to teach various undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body.
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Teach 3 fall courses and 4 spring courses including two levels of undergraduate Rhetoric & Composition general-education courses
- Assist the chair of the Department of English with the management of the General Education writing program.
- Participate in curriculum development applying current research on first-year student success and retention.
- Advise and mentor a diverse body of students.
- Participate actively in university and department committees as needed.
- Assist with assessment and accreditation projects.
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Interact effectively and professionally with the general public.
- Plan organize and prioritize tasks.
- Meet pressing timelines.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need.
- Other duties as assigned
For detailed information please see the job description (found here.).
The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package! An overview of St. Edwards University employee benefits is available at;
Medical & Rx Coverage BlueCross and BlueShield (HSA & FSA Available)
Dental MetLife Dental
Vision MetLife Vision Plan
Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave
Retirement Plan (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%
Tuition Benefits
Paid Holidays
Services & Discounts
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should apply online at . Application packages should include a cover letter; curriculum vitae; names and contact information for three references; sample syllabi from 2 courses the applicant has taught; as well as a teaching philosophy including the applicants approach to the use of generative AI in courses on writing.
In addition all applications must include a statement on how the applicant would integrate the Universitys Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document.
Mission Integration Statement Prompt:
St. Edwards was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural religious educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission the different backgrounds of St. Edwards students faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences life experiences unique capabilities and innovative talent our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edwards honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world.
While serving as a faculty member at St. Edwards University how would your individual differences life experiences and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above Describe how your prior work aligns with the universitys mission.
Applicants should submit materials by July 11 2025 for full consideration; however the position will remain open until filled.
ABOUT ST. EDWARDS UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross St. Edwards University is a private Catholic liberal arts institution of approximately 2500 undergraduate and 500 graduate students located in Austin Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edwards community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students about the opportunities and challenges of a 21st-century world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage the university is strongly committed to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edwards University may be found at .
Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity respect inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race color national origin age gender religion sexual orientation and gender identity socio-economic background or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity please visit our website
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edwards University as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin age marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression disability religion or veteran status in employment educational programs and activities and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time.
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check is required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Employment Type
Full-Time
