Southwest Minnesota State University
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Minnesota, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) invites applications for a fixed term, full time Assistant Professor of English with an emphasis in professional writing and journalism to begin August 2010. SMSU, one of seven universities in the Minnesota System, provides a diverse curriculum of liberal arts and selected professional programs. The University is located in the town of Marshall (pop. 13,000), in rural southwest Minnesota, 155 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul and 90 miles from Sioux Falls, SD.
Responsibilities:
• Teach an average of 12-credit hours per semester for a 24-credit year
• Teach first-year composition as well as courses in the Professional Writing and Communication Major
• Advise English majors, especially those who are pursuing the Professional Writing and Communication Major
• Contribute to the continued development and administration of the Professional Writing and Communication Major
• Serve on college and departmental committees
• Teach and work with undeclared and general education students in first-year composition classes
• Pursue continuing/ongoing research related to one of the described areas of experience
Minimum Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Rhetoric/Composition or in English by August 2010 from an accredited institution
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: technology and writing (including the development of online courses), "New Media", technical editing, journalism, grant and proposal writing, service learning, student internships
• Experience in professional and technical communication or related fields as described above
• Potential for excellence in teaching, advising, research, and service
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, a sense of humor, and collegiality
• Demonstrated abilities/competence in instructional technology, including online instruction and commitment to interdisciplinary education is preferred
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for liberal education. The University is committed to fostering a global perspective. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from diverse backgrounds.
Application review will begin April 2, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Letter of application addressing position qualifications, vita, student evaluations, and transcripts should be attached to your application. To apply for this position, please complete the online application process at http://www.smsu.edu/Administration/HumanResources/neogov.cfm. Additional information on Southwest Minnesota State University can be found at: http://www.SMSU.edu
Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
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Website: | http://www.smsu.edu/Administration/HumanResources/neogov.cfm |
Primary Category: | Journalism / Media Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Composition |
Posting Date: | 03/08/2010 |
Closing Date | 05/07/2010 |