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Job Title
Assistant Professor – Writing Studies
Department
Arts and Sciences | English
Position Overview
The Department of English is hiring a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialization in the area of Writing Studies and complementary expertise in one or more of the following areas: business and technical writing, community writing/literacy, and digital media studies.
The successful candidate will hold a 100% FTE tenure track appointment in the Department of English as a member of the Writing, Rhetoric, and Literacy (WRL) program, which is a national leader in scholarship and teaching on cultural theories and practices of reading, writing, composing, communicating, consuming, and producing media. The person in this position will maintain a robust research program in writing studies and their area of speciality and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in WRL. This position is part of a strategic hiring plan in WRL designed to support the next generation of cutting-edge writing programming and pedagogy. Joining a faculty with strengths in cultural studies, digital media studies, disability studies, education theory, folklore, linguistics, medical humanities, contemporary rhetorical theory, and science and technology studies, this hire will provide institutional and national leadership in inclusive practices in the teaching of writing and will have a leadership role in the department’s writing programs, which include Writing and Information Literacy in English (WIL-E), Writing in the Themes, Business and Professional Writing, and Technical and Scientific Writing.
Education And Experience Requirements
Required: This appointment will begin August 15, 2025. Ph.D. in English, rhetoric, or a related field with degree in hand by August 15, 2025. ABDs welcome to apply. Evidence of academic achievement and plans for continued scholarly excellence in the candidate’s field of study is expected, as is evidence of effective undergraduate teaching with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
Desired: Experience working in writing program administration and/or curriculum development is preferred, along with evidence of effectiveness of, or preparation for, graduate teaching, advising, and mentoring. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with Ohio State’s Shared Values (see below).
Additional Information
How to Apply
A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, separate research and teaching statements, and a writing sample.
You Will Be Presented With The Opportunity To Attach Up To FIVE Documents In The Application Documents Section. Please Include The Following
• Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1–2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
• Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
• Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience, and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.
• Attachment 5: A writing sample of no longer than 25 pages.
Please be aware, you will not be able to edit your application or attachments after you apply. You will need to fill out the application in its entirety and upload all required documents before clicking Submit.
You will be asked for names and contact information for three reference letter writers if your candidacy advances beyond the initial review.
Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2024. Inquiries may be directed to John Jones at [email protected].
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With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.
Department Information
The Department of English offers an undergraduate major with four specializations, including writing, rhetoric and literacy, as well as an integrated major with math and six undergraduate minors. It also offers three graduate programs: the MA/PhD in English studies, MFA in creative writing, and MA in medical humanities and social sciences. Both disciplinary and interdisciplinary in our individual and collective work, we aspire to be a dynamic, creative and supportive community of researchers, teachers, and students.
The University
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The Ohio State University’s Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties.
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In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
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Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
Location:
Denney Hall (0030)
Position Type
Regular
Scheduled Hours
40
Shift
First Shift
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