Assistant Professor​/Lecturer of English

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Indiana University East invites applications for an anticipated full-time, tenure-track faculty position of Assistant Professor or Lecturer of English for the academic year beginning August 1, 2026. Candidates for all full-time positions must demonstrate a strong desire to excel in teaching and provide ongoing support for student success, in and out of the classroom. Online delivery of programs is an increasingly important aspect of the IU East enrollment strategy.

Candidates for tenure-track positions must also have an interest in building a sustainable program of research, scholarship and/or creative activity. H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

We look forward to welcoming a new colleague into our department of creative writers, rhetoricians, and literary scholars who are deeply committed to building an equitable scholarly environment that supports individuals from historically underrepresented groups.

• Area of specialization:
  Composition/Rhetoric and/or Technical and Professional Writing. Background in one or more of digital rhetoric, knowledge of current research and best practices in technical and professional communication, the teaching of technical communication, document design, professional writing and rhetorical theories and/or technical editing and publishing.
• Highly desirable:
  Interest in teaching composition, technical writing, and writing/designing for the web, with knowledge of digital rhetoric, AI in writing, single-source editing, user experience, grant writing, and/or writing for government and industry.
• Interest in working with the writing program (first and second level writing courses) with possible leadership in the writing program.
• Program development experience or interest in growing a well-established online degree in Technical and Professional Writing is desirable.
• Teach online and face-to-face introductory composition and introductory to advanced Technical and Professional Writing courses.
• Maintain an active program of research and scholarship for tenure track position.
• Participate in service activities across the department, college, school, university, and professional levels.
• Communicate subject matter clearly, correctly, and effectively. Use methods, materials, and technology appropriate to the subject matter.
• Manage the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school and campus academic policies.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse populations within the university and community.