Louisiana State University (LSU)
Instructor - English
Louisiana State University (LSU), Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States, 70801
Instructor - English
The Department of English seeks full-time Instructors to join the University Writing Program this fall. We are looking for faculty to teach writing and introductory general education courses. Some preference will be given to those interested in the areas of rhetoric, digital composition, and professional, technical, scientific, and/or legal writing. Instructors teach a 4/4 load and serve on a committee dedicated to developing the University Writing Program. Instructors hired in this search will initially have a one-year renewable contract. Non-tenure-track faculty members are not eligible for tenure, but can reach the rank of Senior Instructor. We have a growing and exciting program that reflects a long-standing and committed community of writing faculty here at LSU in Baton Rouge. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in English or related field. Experience: Evidence of outstanding teaching in first-year composition. Additional Qualifications Desired: Ph.D. in English or related field. Experience: Coursework in composition pedagogy; experience teaching writing, rhetoric, literature, and/or linguistics at a college or university. Screening begins as soon as possible and continues until candidates are selected. Special Instructions
To apply, submit the following:
CV
Cover Letter
1-page Teaching Philosophy
At least two letters of recommendation Attachments are limited to five. For any questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Richard Landry, Assistant to the Chair, at rland26@lsu.edu. Additional Position Information
Background Check: An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits: LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
The Department of English seeks full-time Instructors to join the University Writing Program this fall. We are looking for faculty to teach writing and introductory general education courses. Some preference will be given to those interested in the areas of rhetoric, digital composition, and professional, technical, scientific, and/or legal writing. Instructors teach a 4/4 load and serve on a committee dedicated to developing the University Writing Program. Instructors hired in this search will initially have a one-year renewable contract. Non-tenure-track faculty members are not eligible for tenure, but can reach the rank of Senior Instructor. We have a growing and exciting program that reflects a long-standing and committed community of writing faculty here at LSU in Baton Rouge. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in English or related field. Experience: Evidence of outstanding teaching in first-year composition. Additional Qualifications Desired: Ph.D. in English or related field. Experience: Coursework in composition pedagogy; experience teaching writing, rhetoric, literature, and/or linguistics at a college or university. Screening begins as soon as possible and continues until candidates are selected. Special Instructions
To apply, submit the following:
CV
Cover Letter
1-page Teaching Philosophy
At least two letters of recommendation Attachments are limited to five. For any questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Richard Landry, Assistant to the Chair, at rland26@lsu.edu. Additional Position Information
Background Check: An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Benefits: LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more! Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement. LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HCM Contact Information
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.