Assistant Professor Rhetoric & Professional Writing (One-Year, Temporary)
Company:
Saginaw Valley State University
Job Location:
University Center, Michigan 48710
Category:
English and Literature
Type:
Full-Time
Job Title:
Assistant Professor Rhetoric & Professional Writing (One-Year, Temporary)
Full or Part Time:
Full time
Hours:
40
Exempt:
Yes
Supervisory Org:
Rhetoric and Professional Writing (PM)
Job Description:
Assistant Professor or Instructor of Rhetoric and Professional Writing - (One-Year Temporary)
SVSU invites applicants for a one-year, temporary position to be hired either as an Assistant Professor of RPW, with a completed Ph.D. by the time of appointment, or as an Instructor of RPW, if ABD. This one-year temporary position begins July 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities are in-person, on-campus (24 credit hours/year), with some limited opportunities for online 四虎影视. Anticipated course load includes an introductory professional writing course for
business majors as well as upper-level courses in rhetorical theory, instruction writing, and writing for community organizations. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate fully in department planning, assessment, and recruitment activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
About SVSU:
Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate 四虎影视 and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students' performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, .
Assistant Professor Rhetoric & Professional Writing (One-Year, Temporary)
Full or Part Time:
Full time
Hours:
40
Exempt:
Yes
Supervisory Org:
Rhetoric and Professional Writing (PM)
Job Description:
Assistant Professor or Instructor of Rhetoric and Professional Writing - (One-Year Temporary)
SVSU invites applicants for a one-year, temporary position to be hired either as an Assistant Professor of RPW, with a completed Ph.D. by the time of appointment, or as an Instructor of RPW, if ABD. This one-year temporary position begins July 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities are in-person, on-campus (24 credit hours/year), with some limited opportunities for online 四虎影视. Anticipated course load includes an introductory professional writing course for
business majors as well as upper-level courses in rhetorical theory, instruction writing, and writing for community organizations. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate fully in department planning, assessment, and recruitment activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Earned Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Technical Communication, Composition and Rhetoric or a closely related field to be considered for the rank of Assistant Professor. ABD candidates will be considered for the rank of Instructor.
- Demonstrated success in 四虎影视 introductory through advanced writing courses
- Experience 四虎影视 and mentoring a broad spectrum of undergraduate students
- Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations
- User experience research and design
- Duties are generally performed inside and not exposed to adverse conditions
- All work associated with this role must be performed within the state of Michigan
About SVSU:
Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. SVSU was recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for 9 consecutive years (2016-2024).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate 四虎影视 and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students' performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is constructing the first university research facility on Lake Huron to improve public health and the economy in the Saginaw Bay watershed.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2025). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, .