Visiting Assistant Professor of English and Director of the University Writing Center

The Department of English Language and Literature at Gardner-Webb University is hiring a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor and Director of the University Writing Center. The position is campus-based and carries a non-tenure track, renewable contract beginning in January 2023.

Primary responsibilities include directing the University Writing Center that serves students and faculty across all disciplines at Gardner-Webb University, including traditional undergraduate, degree completion, and graduate students. As part of that role, the director assesses program outcomes, provides updates and reports for the Dean of Student Success and other stakeholders, and provides support and outreach for faculty across campus. In addition, the Director will teach one class per semester in first-year writing, rhetoric and composition, or other advanced writing studies. The successful candidate will join a department dedicated to helping students foster meaningful intellectual thought, critical analysis, and spiritual challenge through the study of composition and rhetoric, literature, creative writing, and linguistics.

A PhD in a field within writing studies is required. Preferred qualities include a terminal degree emphasis in rhetoric and composition, teaching experience, and experience with first-year writing or writing centers.

Candidates should complete the application using the link below and include a letter of interest, resume or CV, unofficial transcripts, and 3 letters of reference with their application submission. Please note that incomplete submissions will not be considered. Questions about program specifics or application requirements should be directed to Dr. Chris Davis, Chair, Department of English Language and Literature (cdavis@gardner-webb.edu). Salary and benefits are competitive with institutions of similar size and purpose.

Screening of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Gardner-Webb University is a coeducational, residential, private institution located in Boiling Springs, North Carolina, offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 3,500 students. The University is located in the foothills of North Carolina with easy access to Charlotte, Asheville, and Greenville-Spartanburg. Gardner-Webb University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Gardner-Webb University maintains a policy of non-discrimination. No aspect of employment will be influenced by race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, age, or any other basis prohibited by statute.

Gardner-Webb University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity within its faculty, staff, and students.