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South Bend, Indiana

Assistant Professor of English

OnsitePosted Jul 22, 2026
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Location
South Bend, Indiana
Work type
Onsite
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
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About this role

Title

Assistant Professor of English

Appointment Status

Tenure Track

Department

IU South Bend English

Location

South Bend

Position Summary

The English Department at Indiana University South Bend invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Composition and First Year Writing in the department’s expository writing program, to begin August 1, 2027. Applicants should have enthusiasm for teaching first-year students and First-Year Writing in a First Year Writing General Education program integrated within a collegial and lively English Department. The full-time load (100% FTE) is 12 credit hours (typically four courses) each fall and spring semester, with one course reassigned time for scholarly and creative activities following university & campus policies. Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to quality instruction, maintain an active research agenda, and engage in service activities.

EEO/AA Statement: Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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Basic Qualifications

Required Basic Qualifications:
  • PhD in Composition or First Year Writing; ABD candidates nearing completion of degree will be considered.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
  • Investment in a research agenda in the field.
  • Active engagement in service activities.
  • Commitment to supporting students from a wide range of educational backgrounds.
Preferred Basic Qualifications:
  • Experience or expertise in writing program leadership.
  • Experience in curriculum development and program development.
  • Strategies for student retention.
  • Demonstrated scholarly activity in the field.
  • Additional qualifications in Professional Writing or English as a Second Language a plus.

Department Contact for Questions

Special Instructions

Interested candidates should send transcripts, curriculum vitae, and letter of application addressing research interests and teaching experience and philosophy.

For Best Consideration Date

11/02/2026

Expected Start Date

08/01/2027

Posting Number

IU-101612-2026
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