29.3729, Jobs: General Linguistics; Writing Systems: Assistant Professor, University of San Francisco

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Subject: 29.3729, Jobs: General Linguistics; Writing Systems: Assistant Professor, University of San Francisco

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Date: Thu, 27 Sep 2018 11:39:30
From:  Composition and Rhetoric Search Committee [rhetoricandlanguage at office.usfca.edu]
Subject: General Linguistics; Writing Systems: Assistant Professor, University of San Francisco, California, USA

University or Organization: University of San Francisco 
Department: Department of Rhetoric and Language
Job Location: California, USA 
Web Address: https://bit.ly/2xIFmfH
Job Title: Assistant Professor, Term, Rhetoric and Language (Composition and Rhetoric)
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics; Writing Systems 

Description:

Assistant Professor, Term, Rhetoric and Language (Composition and Rhetoric)
University of San Francisco

The Department of Rhetoric and Language seeks a full-time faculty member with
expertise in Composition and/or Rhetoric who can demonstrate culturally
responsive writing pedagogy and principles, as well as a commitment to
diversity, inclusivity, and equity in education through scholarship, teaching,
and/or advocacy. The ideal candidate would have a demonstrated record of
teaching and research that complements programmatic priorities and needs, such
as multimodal rhetoric (written/digital/oral) or developmental/multilingual
writing.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, committed, and innovative faculty
that considers the advancement of social equity to be a core value of its
work. USF is among the most diverse universities in the nation, and the
Department of Rhetoric and Language seeks a diverse applicant pool.

The Department of Rhetoric and Language at USF is an independent department
housing the university's required courses in composition/rhetoric and public
speaking, as well as the program in Academic English for Multilingual
Students. The Department of Rhetoric and Language is currently proposing
significant curricular changes, moving toward a multimodal
(digital/oral/written) approach to our Composition and Rhetoric classes.

Term Faculty in the Department of Rhetoric and Language serve on multi-year
renewable term contracts and are eligible for promotion to Associate and Full
Professor.

Job Responsibilities:
Teaching 3-4 courses per semester in undergraduate composition/rhetoric
classes. The candidate will be expected to coordinate a multi-section course
in area of expertise as well as fulfill other service to the department,
college, and university.

Minimum Requirements:
Significant university teaching experience; evidence of a strong commitment to
teaching; experience teaching multiple levels of composition. The ideal
candidate possesses a willingness to work in a culturally diverse environment,
and an understanding of and commitment to the mission of the University. A
Ph.D. or relevant terminal degree with an emphasis in Composition or Rhetoric
is strongly preferred.

For information on how to apply, please visit the application link provided
below. 

EEO Policy:
The University of San Francisco is an equal opportunity institution of higher
education. As a matter of policy, the University does not discriminate in
employment, educational services and academic programs on the basis of an
individual’s race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national
origin, age (except minors), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital
status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related) and disability,
and the other bases prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates
qualified individuals with disabilities under the law.

https://www.jobelephant.com/
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Application Deadline: 30-Nov-2018 
	, CA  
Web Address for Applications: http://apptrkr.com/1302304 
Contact Information:
	Composition and Rhetoric Search Committee 
	Email: rhetoricandlanguage at office.usfca.edu 

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