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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:
Elaine Roth
elaroth@iu.edu
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
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.
Campus Safety and Security: The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD. https://protect.iu.edu/police-safety/annual-reports/index.html
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.
- 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.
Elaine Roth
elaroth@iu.edu
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
