Assistant/Associate Professor of English, Writing Studies

About the role

The Department of English at Texas A&M University‑Corpus Christi seeks a tenure‑track faculty member to lead and develop the First‑Year Writing Program, beginning Fall 2027. The position may be at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank, depending on qualifications and experience.

Key responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 course load, including first‑year writing and upper‑division writing studies courses.
• Administer and assess the First‑Year Writing Program, develop curriculum, and support faculty development in writing pedagogy.
• Mentor graduate students and potentially teach graduate courses in the English MA program.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, or a related discipline.
• Record of scholarly activity related to writing program administration.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching writing‑focused courses.
• For Associate rank: at least five years of full‑time university faculty experience, including four years as an assistant professor.

Required skills

• Experience in writing program administration and assessment.
• Ability to develop and evaluate writing curricula and outcomes.