Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction

Department: English / 0-1223-000

College: College of Arts & Sciences

Salary Plan: Regular

Hiring Salary: $50,000/year

Job Details:

The Department of English at the University of South Florida seeks to hire multiple 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning Visiting Assistant Professors of Instruction to start August 7, 2024. These visiting positions are for the 2024-2025 academic year with possible extension for a second or third year. Teaching load is 4/4 with primary teaching responsibilities in First Year Composition and Professional and Technical Communication with occasional potential to teach a course related to another specialization. Courses are capped at 19 students. Salary is $50,000 with first class benefit package available.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in an English studies discipline (e.g., from an accredited institution by August 7, 2024), minimum two years’ experience teaching writing at the postsecondary level. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, Technical and Professional Communication or related fields from accredited institution by start date; experience teaching Technical and Professional Communication at the post-secondary level. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 36727

Posting Date:  04/12/2024

Posting End Date: 05/10/2024

How To Apply 

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.  YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

Applicants should submit a cover letter with attention to teaching experiences, CV, teaching philosophy, and a list of three references (must be in one attachment). 

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

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About USF 

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