Assistant Professor of English, Writing, and Composition

Experience Required

Appropriate background in the needed area(s) of specialization

Minimum Education Required

PhD in English, Composition, or closely related field (ABD considered)

Expected Start Date

08/01/2027

Compensation

$ / yearly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

The Department of English, Philosophy and Modern Languages invites applications for an Assistant Professor of English, Writing, and Composition or a closely related field to begin fall 2027. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in English composition with the possibility of teaching other writing and literature courses during the academic year. Opportunities to develop additional courses in the candidate’s specialty area exist. The successful candidate will also hold the position of Writing Program Coordinator, which includes conducting peer reviews of part-time composition instructors, providing pedagogical support for composition faculty, meeting with writing instructors, developing methods for composition placement, assessing the effectiveness of the composition program (including the placement of students and the usefulness of the enhanced composition courses), and overseeing and developing a comprehensive plan across the university for the composition program. Other expected duties include advising students; service to the department, college, and/or university committees; contributions to the department’s ongoing assessment and curricular needs; and an active research, presentation, and publication agenda. A secondary expertise in Creative Writing is preferred. The teaching load for Assistant Professor at MSUB is 21 credits for the academic year with reassigned time for the position of Writing Program Coordinator. Summer teaching opportunities are available but are not required.

Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!

The following are reasons why you should join our team:

• Sick Leave – Earned per Contract Rate

• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver

Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities

Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable

Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits

Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement

Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.

Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in English, Composition, or closely related field (ABD considered)

• Appropriate background in the needed area(s) of specialization

• Ability and interest in undergraduate teaching

• Experience teaching professional and/or technical writing

• Experience with and commitment to working with diverse student populations

• Ability and willingness to develop and teach sections/courses using onsite, online, hybrid, and/or Hyflex delivery methods

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with teaching second-year composition and grant writing

• Experience working with first generation students

• Experience teaching creative writing

Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Is this a registered apprenticeship?

False

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

7821

Job Type

Contract