Full-Time Lecturer in Writing Studies

About the role

The Department of Writing Studies at the University of Miami seeks a full‑time lecturer to begin on August 15, 2026. The position involves teaching four courses each semester, with the option to substitute one course for a 10‑hour‑per‑week consulting role in the university’s Writing Center.

Key responsibilities

• Teach four undergraduate courses each semester in areas such as professional writing, grant writing, AI‑enhanced composition, and accessibility.
• Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and assessments.
• Optionally provide 10 hours per week of consulting support in the Writing Center, pending chair approval.
• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum planning, and community‑engagement initiatives.

Required profile

• PhD in Rhetoric and Writing (preferred) or a closely related terminal degree (PhD or MFA) by the start date.
• Demonstrated full‑time teaching experience at the college level.
• Interest or experience in professional writing, grant writing, artificial intelligence, composition and rhetoric, or accessibility.

Required skills

What we offer

• One‑year renewable appointment with potential for renewal based on enrollment and budget.
• Full‑time faculty status with access to university resources.
• Equal Opportunity Employment in a diverse academic environment.