About this opportunity
Indiana University Academic Positions lists this Assistant Professor of English opportunity in south bend, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Title Assistant Professor of English
The English Department at Indiana University South Bend invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and First Year Writing in the department’s expository writing program, to begin August 1, 2027. Applicants should have enthusiasm for teaching first-year students and First-Year Writing in a First Year Writing General Education program integrated within a collegial and lively English Department. The full-time load (100% FTE ) is 12 credit hours (typically four courses) each fall and spring semester, with one course reassigned time for scholarly and creative activities following university & campus policies. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to quality instruction, maintain an active research agenda, and engage in service activities.
EEO /AA Statement
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
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PhD in Composition or First Year Writing; ABD candidates nearing completion of degree will be considered.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Investment in a research agenda in the field.
Active engagement in service activities.
Commitment to supporting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds.
Preferred Basic Qualifications
Experience or expertise in writing program leadership.
Experience in curriculum development and program development.
Strategies for student retention.Strategies for student retention.
" Elaine Roth
For Best Consideration Date 11/02/2026
Expected Start Date 08/01/2027
Supplemental Questions
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Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Letter of Application
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Transcript
Optional Documents
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Worksite address
south bend, IN, 46626, US
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