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Assistant Professor of English, (Rhetoric & Composition Studies)

  • Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus), Alabama, United States, 36265
  • Faculty 9-Month

 

Assistant Professor of English, Rhetoric and Composition Studies

Position Description

The Department of English at Jacksonville State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of English in Rhetoric and Composition Studies with specialty in composition theory and writing pedagogy, a full-time, tenure-track position to begin August 2027.

This faculty member will teach introductory to graduate-level rhetoric and composition courses as well as first-year writing, speech, and literature, according to department practice and policy. Preference may be given to candidates with additional experience or expertise in cultural and feminist rhetorics and/or technical and professional communication.

This faculty member will also conduct scholarly research sufficient for tenure and advancement and engage in appropriate service. A Ph.D. in English with a specialization in Rhetoric and Composition by the appointment date is required. The ability to teach composition and evidence of excellent teaching and scholarly potential are also required. The salary is contingent upon qualifications, experience, and needs of the university. 

Application Requirements

  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation will be required of applicants who are advanced to the first round of interviews.

Application review will begin once the posting closes on November 3, 2026, at 11:55 p.m.

Department of English

The Department of English at Jacksonville State University offers an undergraduate degree with concentrations in creative writing, literature, and professional writing, a master’s degree, and several certificate and microcredential programs. A new Doctor of Arts in English program will launch in Fall 2027. Faculty and students enjoy a wide range of courses; activities; events; internships; and study abroad, service, and experiential learning opportunities.

About Jax State

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State is home to more than 10,400 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.

Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education.  More than 40 online programs are offered.  The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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