Assistant Professor of Public and Community Writing, Department of English

Assistant Professor of Public and Community Writing, Department of English – 2400000256 

Description

Assistant Professor of Public and Community Writing

Department of English

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

The Department of English seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Rhetoric and Writing. UTC hopes to hire a teacher–scholar with a willingness to work collaboratively and across disciplines.

The Department of English offers an undergraduate major and a Master of Arts, each with three tracks: rhetoric and professional writing, creative writing, and literature. For more information about the department, visit http://www.utc.edu/english/.

Required qualifications for this position:

Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Writing Studies or related field of study with dedication to engaged pedagogy and strong commitment to service. Individuals who are “all but dissertation” (ABD) will be considered; however, the degree must be awarded by August 2025.

Preferred qualifications:

• Research and teaching interests in civic rhetoric and public/community writing with the ability to teach courses across rhetoric and professional writing, including grant writing and areas in the candidate’s research specialty/interest;
• Strong evidence of a productive research agenda and willingness to add to our public and professional writing curriculum by supporting the University’s initiative to expand experiential learning opportunities;
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching as well as evidence of successful participation in collaborative and/or community projects.

Primary teaching responsibilities include civic rhetoric and community writing—those courses already existing and those to be developed by the candidate—as well as opportunities to teach a range of graduate and undergraduate courses, including Freshman Composition.

Regular teaching load in the department is 3/3 for research-focused faculty in a 9-month faculty position. Opportunities for summer teaching are available.

Application Procedures: Applicants must submit the following materials electronically through the UTC Faculty career site:

• Cover letter/letter of interest;
• CV, including up-to-date personal contact information (e-mail, phone, etc.);
• Unofficial transcripts;
• Writing sample (approximately article- or chapter-length)
• Teaching portfolio (teaching statement; 1–2 course syllabi; 1–2 sample assignments);
• Names, titles, and email addresses for three (3) references for confidential letters of recommendation to be requested.

Review of completed applications will begin on November 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is the second-largest campus in the University of Tennessee System and serves a diverse student body of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students through five academic colleges. Since its founding as Chattanooga University in 1886, UTC has established a reputation for excellence built on a unique blend of the private and public traditions of American higher education. Today, UTC brings a passion for excellence in all pursuits and is dedicated to making a difference in our community and in the lives of our students. 

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home—a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine, and Southern Living (to name a few!) for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy.

Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities and a small-town feel.

Our city has it all, with historic cultural institutions like the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, iconic attractions like Rock City and Ruby Falls, opportunities for epic outdoor adventures, and an eclectic contemporary art, music, and food scene.

Chattanooga’s robust economy fosters an environment where tech start-ups thrive alongside established industries and corporations. It’s where innovation meets tradition, creating endless opportunities for growth and success.

UTC embodies Chattanooga’s dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city’s most vital institutions where progressive transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. 

Qualifications

Job

Faculty 

Primary Location

US-Tennessee-Chattanooga 

Organization

English 

Campus/Institute Chattanooga 

Schedule

Full-time 

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2024, 1:49:34 PM 

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