Assistant Professor Rhetoric and Composition

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Title Information

Security Sensitive Position? Yes Hours of Work TBA

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number TSU203728 Official TSU Title Assistant Professor Rhetoric and Composition Grant Title N/A Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Entry-level Assistant Professor position in Rhetoric and Composition with an emphasis on composition instruction, student success, and applied/professional writing. Responsibilities include teaching first-year composition, advanced writing, technical/professional writing, and multimodal communication across undergraduate and graduate curricula (including face-to-face, online, evening, and/or weekend formats); advising students; maintaining an active research and/or creative agenda; contributing to curriculum development; and participating in departmental, college, and university service.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching writing in access-oriented environments, supporting students transitioning into college-level writing, and preparing students for writing in academic, professional, and digital contexts.

Essential Duties Summary

• Teach first-year composition, advanced writing, technical/professional writing, and multimodal communication courses
• Support student success in gateway and developmental writing courses, including co-requisite and TSI-related instruction
• Develop and support curriculum aligned with digital literacy, ethical AI use, and workforce readiness
• Contribute to courses such as Writing in the Disciplines and Technical Editing
• Design and implement scaffolded writing instruction that supports students across varying levels of preparedness
• Integrate real-world and workplace writing practices into course design and instruction
• Maintain an active research and/or creative agenda in rhetoric, composition, or applied/digital writing
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees
• Participating in professional activities including conferences, workshops, and seminars
• Integrate digital tools and emerging technologies into writing instruction
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range $59,442.50 - $77,275.00 Education

Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or English.

Master's degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a writing-intensive field preferred.

Required Licensing/Certification

Preferred evidence of engagement with emerging instructional technologies (e.g., AI credentialing, digital pedagogy certifications, or equivalent experience)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Composition pedagogy with an emphasis on student development and writing proficiency
• Developmental writing and co-requisite instructional models
• Writing across academic, professional, and digital contexts
• Emerging technologies in writing instruction, including artificial intelligence

Skill in:

• Effective teaching and instructional design across multiple modalities
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Organization, time management, and problem-solving
• Application of active learning strategies (e.g., Multiple Response Strategies) in writing classrooms
• Classroom management in diverse and high need learning environments

Ability to:

• Support students transitioning from high school to college-level writing
• Design scaffolded instruction that improves student writing outcomes
• Integrate real-world and professional writing practices into coursework
• Engage and support a diverse student population
• Implement accommodation and inclusive teaching practices effectively
• Contribute to departmental growth through teaching, curriculum development, and applied scholarship.
• Collaborate across disciplines in support of workforce readiness and applied humanities initiatives.

Work Experience

Preferred:

• Experience teaching diverse student populations across secondary and/or postsecondary contexts
• Experience teaching high school or dual-enrollment students, particularly in writing, English, or composition courses
• Demonstrated ability to support students who are TSI-liable or in developmental writing contexts
• Experience scaffolding writing instruction for students transitioning from high school to college-level expectations
• Demonstrated integration of digital tools, multimodal composition, or artificial intelligence in writing instruction
• Experience teaching technical and/or professional writing courses, including writing for workplace, digital, or interdisciplinary contexts
• Experience with curriculum development in applied, professional, or technical writing.
• Preferred evidence of engagement with emerging instructional technologies (e.g., AI credentialing, digital pedagogy certifications, or equivalent experience)

Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling light weight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

Desired start date Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or English?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Master's degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a writing-intensive field?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience teaching diverse student populations across secondary and/or postsecondary contexts?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience teaching high school or dual-enrollment students, particularly in writing, English, or composition courses?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience teaching technical and/or professional writing courses, including writing for workplace, digital, or interdisciplinary contexts?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have experience with curriculum development in applied, professional, or technical writing?

• Yes

• No

• • Can you provide evidence of engagement with emerging instructional technologies (e.g., AI credentialing, digital pedagogy certifications, or equivalent experience)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3