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Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor - Humanities - Writing and English

Category:

Faculty

Campus:

BGSU Firelands Campus

Opened Date:

12/21/2022

Pay Grade:

Salary commensurate with education & experience

Position Summary:

The Humanities Department at Bowling Green State University Firelands College is seeking an Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing and English beginning in August 2023. This is a full-time, renewable, qualified rank (a.k.a., non-tenure track) faculty appointment.

With 2,000 students, BGSU Firelands is the regional branch campus of Bowling Green State University. The University has nationally recognized programs and research in the natural and social sciences, education, arts, business, health and wellness, humanities, and applied technologies. BGSU Firelands seeks talented individuals to join our community in Huron, Ohio, on the scenic shores of Lake Erie. BGSU Firelands especially encourages applications from individuals exhibiting a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in the profession and in higher education.

Essential Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

Teach 12 credit hours per semester in the areas of Writing and English.
Online and evening teaching may be required.
Participate in professional development.
Participate in department, college, and university service activities.

Minimum Qualifications & Salary:

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s degree in English or a closely related field (e.g., Rhetoric and Composition) at the time of the appointment
Evidence of a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the profession

Preferred Qualifications

Experience teaching composition and writing courses and English courses at the undergraduate level, including as an appointed faculty member, adjunct faculty member, and/or graduate student.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include, but is not limited to teaching evaluations; peer evaluations; evidence of innovative teaching practices; and experience with online instruction in composition, writing, and English.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a full-time faculty position. Salary is commensurate with peer institutions and candidate experience and credentials. Full benefits package available

Additional Information:

Credentials Required for Application

A letter of interest that includes a summary of professional experience
A statement of teaching philosophy
A curriculum vitae
Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
Names and contact information of three professional references who will be asked to provide a letter of recommendation at a later date

Finalists are required to submit official transcripts.

Application Deadline: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by January 20, 2023.

Expected Start Date: August 2023

Further Information:
Dr. Joe Wagner, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair
Email: wagnejb@bgsu.edu

BGSU policy requires finalists to authorize and pass a background investigation prior to receiving an offer of employment.

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The Humanities Department at Bowling Green State University Firelands College is seeking an Assistant Teaching Professor in Writing and English beginning in August 2023. This is a full-time, renewable, qualified rank (a.k.a., non-tenure track) faculty appointment. For a complete job description & instructions on how to apply for this position, visit https://bgsu.hiretouch.com/ or contact the Office of Human Resources, BGSU. The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by January 20, 2023. Background check required for employment. BGSU is an AA/EEO/Vet employer. We encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities regardless of age, gender identity, genetic information, religion, or sexual orientation.

Degree Type:

Masters

Job Type:

Academic Year

Salary Type:

Salary

Opportunity type:

Full Time

Required Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae

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