Georgia Institute of Technology-Literature, Media, and Communication
Marion L Brittain Postdoctoral Fellowship (Multiple Positions Starting January 1
Georgia Institute of Technology-Literature, Media, and Communication, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
The Writing and Communication Program (WCP) at Georgia Tech invites applications for the Marion L. Brittain Postdoctoral Fellowship, starting January 1, 2026. This three-year fellowship includes service, research, and a 3/3 teaching assignment in first-year composition or business/technical communication. An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment, and a background check must be completed prior to beginning employment. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values. Details about the institution’s mission, values, and policies are available from Georgia Tech and its official strategic plan resources. Benefits
In addition to full benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and research support, Brittain Fellows receive preparation in and support for further development of their writing and multimodal pedagogy via postdoctoral seminars. Brittain Fellows also benefit from other support activities and services, including the postdoctoral seminar in technical communication and job market support for both academic and nonacademic positions. Location
Atlanta, GA Job Responsibilities
teach three courses of first-year composition or business/technical communication per semester pursue scholarly research and/or creative work serve on Writing and Communication Program committees attend new Brittain Fellow orientation and required postdoctoral seminars Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in rhetoric, composition, business/technical communication, literature, film, visual rhetoric/design, or other humanities fields must be conferred by January 1, 2026. Candidates are responsible for providing an official transcript, indicating PhD degree conferral, no later than November 15, 2025 in order to be onboarded to begin employment on January 1, 2026. Ph.D. must have been conferred within the last five years. Candidates should have university-level experience teaching writing and communication courses (e.g., first-year composition, business or technical communication, writing-intensive courses). Preferred Qualifications
We are particularly interested in qualified applicants with research or teaching expertise related to any of the following areas: Global Englishes or English Language Learning Writing center studies expertise/tutoring experience Technical communication, business communication, and communication in STEM disciplines/professions Salary
First-year Brittain Fellow base salary is $60,980, with the salary increasing for the second and third years of the fellowship. Application Requirements
Interested and qualified individuals should apply by submitting a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that specifically addresses their qualifications to work in a multimodal writing program, and a list of three references. Application materials should be submitted via the University System of Georgia Careers site. Apply Before Date
Optimal consideration for applications is October 15, 2025. Review of applications will continue until all vacant positions are filled. Contact Information
Requests for information may be directed to Search Chair Andy Frazee at andy.frazee@lmc.gatech.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individuals race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit: http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening
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The Writing and Communication Program (WCP) at Georgia Tech invites applications for the Marion L. Brittain Postdoctoral Fellowship, starting January 1, 2026. This three-year fellowship includes service, research, and a 3/3 teaching assignment in first-year composition or business/technical communication. An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment, and a background check must be completed prior to beginning employment. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values. Details about the institution’s mission, values, and policies are available from Georgia Tech and its official strategic plan resources. Benefits
In addition to full benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and research support, Brittain Fellows receive preparation in and support for further development of their writing and multimodal pedagogy via postdoctoral seminars. Brittain Fellows also benefit from other support activities and services, including the postdoctoral seminar in technical communication and job market support for both academic and nonacademic positions. Location
Atlanta, GA Job Responsibilities
teach three courses of first-year composition or business/technical communication per semester pursue scholarly research and/or creative work serve on Writing and Communication Program committees attend new Brittain Fellow orientation and required postdoctoral seminars Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in rhetoric, composition, business/technical communication, literature, film, visual rhetoric/design, or other humanities fields must be conferred by January 1, 2026. Candidates are responsible for providing an official transcript, indicating PhD degree conferral, no later than November 15, 2025 in order to be onboarded to begin employment on January 1, 2026. Ph.D. must have been conferred within the last five years. Candidates should have university-level experience teaching writing and communication courses (e.g., first-year composition, business or technical communication, writing-intensive courses). Preferred Qualifications
We are particularly interested in qualified applicants with research or teaching expertise related to any of the following areas: Global Englishes or English Language Learning Writing center studies expertise/tutoring experience Technical communication, business communication, and communication in STEM disciplines/professions Salary
First-year Brittain Fellow base salary is $60,980, with the salary increasing for the second and third years of the fellowship. Application Requirements
Interested and qualified individuals should apply by submitting a curriculum vitae, a letter of application that specifically addresses their qualifications to work in a multimodal writing program, and a list of three references. Application materials should be submitted via the University System of Georgia Careers site. Apply Before Date
Optimal consideration for applications is October 15, 2025. Review of applications will continue until all vacant positions are filled. Contact Information
Requests for information may be directed to Search Chair Andy Frazee at andy.frazee@lmc.gatech.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individuals race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract. Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit: http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening
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