Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Professional Writing and Rhetoric
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Job Location:
Stephenville, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Professional Writing and RhetoricAgency
Tarleton State UniversityDepartment
English & LanguagesProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Stephenville TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
Tarleton State University a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Professional Writing and Rhetoric in the Department of English and Languages. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching research and service this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation collaboration and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming liveson campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville Fort Worth RELLIS-Bryan and Waco along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where youre locatedon campus or onlineyou are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant department dedicated to fostering excellence in language education cultural studies and interdisciplinary collaboration. This 9-month tenure-track position carries a 3-3 teaching load and will be responsible for teaching advanced undergraduate and graduate rhetoric and professional writing courses as well as first-year writing courses. Preference will be given to those candidates with specialization in writing or the rhetoric of medicine health science and technology.
This position is located on Tarleton States main campus in Stephenville Texas. Work hours are Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be assigned to teach at various campus locations or through approved instructional modalities as determined by the institution based on operational needs. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching maintain an impactful research program mentor undergraduate and graduate students actively engage in mentoring and guiding doctoral students through their academic and research endeavors foster a supportive and enriching environment within our PhD* program and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.
*The Civic Engagement and Humanities PhD is under submission and pending approval by THECB and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges with a proposed launch date of Fall 2026/Spring 2027.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
60% Teaching and Service:
Plan prepare and deliver lectures seminars and/ or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/ or graduate students which may include general education core curriculum.
Develop course syllabi select instructional materials and design assessments such as exams quizzes papers etc.
Assess student performance provide timely feedback and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
Engage students in active learning foster critical thinking skills and provide opportunities for discussion collaboration and hands-on learning.
Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours feedback on assignments and mentoring.
Adhere to university policies academic integrity standards and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
Incorporate innovative teaching methods technologies and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field improve teaching skills and explore new instructional strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues departmental faculty and university staff to coordinate course offerings share resources and contribute to program development and improvement.
Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to college committees advisory committees student/faculty recruitment and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.
40% Research:
Maintain an active agenda for research scholarship or creative activity appropriate to the applicants academic discipline.
Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/ creative expression in the applicants discipline through scholarly publication presentation or exhibition.
Demonstrate potential for external funding national impact or professional recognition.
Stay current with developments in rhetoric and professional and technical writing to ensure the professional writing program remains adaptable and innovative.
Minimum Requirements:
PhD in English or related field from an accredited university with a specialization in Rhetoric or Professional Writing required.
Preference will be given to specialties in writing or rhetoric in medicine health science and technology.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Suite Google Suite Adobe Creative Suite Canva WordPress or other web building programs like Wix OR demonstrated proficiency with similar products like Open Office GIMP lnkscape Vector or Scribus.
Knowledge. Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate- level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students staff and faculty in a professional collegial and collaborative manner.
***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience***
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the Submit action.
Employment applications must include (required):
Completed online application
Cover Letter/ Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Scholarly Writing Sample
Proof of Teaching Excellence (including Teaching Philosophy and student evaluation information)
At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Unofficial transcripts
Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. See resume is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2026.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Experience
- Medical Management
- Library Services
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Grant Writing
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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