Visiting Instructor or Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Composition

The Rhetoric and Composition Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a non-continuing faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Composition.

The incumbent will teach a total of three full courses in the Fall semester, including two 100-level Rhetoric courses that focus on writing and one First-Year Seminar. Course topics and pedagogical approaches will be determined in consultation with department members in Rhetoric and with faculty committee members in the First-Year Seminar Program.

Among the qualifications required for appointment is MPhil or the Ph.D. Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is required.

To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://jobs.oberlin.edu. A complete application will be comprised of 1) a Cover Letter describing your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, detailing any connections to supporting an inclusive learning environment; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; 3) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 4) contact information from two recommendation writers.*

All application materials must be submitted electronically through Oberlin College and Conservatory’s online application process at: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/

*By providing two letters of reference, you agree that we may contact your letter writers.