Assistant Professor of Writing & Rhetoric - Writing across the Curriculum

Assistant Professor of Writing & Rhetoric - Writing across the Curriculum

Department

1663 - Writing and Rhetoric

Requisition No.

0000826

Job Description Summary

The Department of Writing and Rhetoric seeks applicants specializing in writing across the curriculum for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin immediately on August 15, 2026. The ideal candidate will possess a research and instructional agenda in writing across the curriculum and/or writing in the disciplines. This colleague will teach courses in the Department’s award-winning Professional and Digital Writing major and writing minor, as well as our award-winning first-year writing program. Writing Center tutoring and administrative experience are preferred to advance our ongoing partnership with the university’s Writing Center. Additionally, the new colleague is expected to lead professional development within the department and across the university on topics such as writing across the curriculum, information literacy, and undergraduate research. The colleague will also serve on vital department, college, and university committees. Interest in and experience with community engagement, especially K-12 outreach, are preferred to help the university advance its recent designation as a Carnegie Community Engaged campus. PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, or related discipline such as English or Education is required. Expected teaching assignment is 3/2.

Minimum Qualifications

• a Ph.D. in Writing and Rhetoric, or a related field by August 15, 2026. Candidates who are ABD will be considered if their degree requirements will be completed by August 15, 2026.
• a record of effective teaching of first-year writing courses.

Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants should have a record of effective teaching and/or tutoring in writing across the curriculum and writing centers.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, go online to for the position posting. Please upload the following documents:

• a cover letter describing your research agenda, teaching philosophy, and service interests
• a detailed curriculum vitae
• unofficial transcripts

Contact information for references will be requested in the online application and they will be provided a link through which letters are to be submitted.

The online application system is available at: . Review of applications will begin in June and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by June 19, 2026. Inquiries can be directed to Search Committee Chair Megan Schoen at [email protected].

School/College & Department/Program Summary

Nationally recognized for our award-winning first-year and upper-level programs, the Department of Writing and Rhetoric fosters a diverse and collaborative culture among faculty and students in the classroom and beyond. As the current or former editorial home for journals such as College English, WPA, Composition Forum, and Present Tense, the department offers faculty and students a unique environment to learn from and participate in the research process. Our programs seek to equip students with the knowledge and experience to successfully navigate the ever-changing social, cultural, and professional realities of the 21st century.

More About Oakland University

The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University’s Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan .

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