Council of Writing Program Administrators

The Department of Writing at Grand Valley State University is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor (specialty open) in rhetoric and writing beginning August, 2009. A Ph.D. in English, Professional Writing, Rhetoric/Composition, or Writing is preferred by time of employment. The typical teaching load is 3 courses per semester.

Candidates are required to have expertise in one or more of the following areas: applied rhetorical analysis, cultural rhetoric, professional writing, technical communication, or digital and visual rhetoric. In addition, study or experience in document production and design, nonfiction, genre study or style is a plus.

Please see our website for details about our curriculum and the teaching assignments associated with rhet/comp and professional writing faculty. The Department of Writing (170 writing majors) offers a unique and dynamic undergraduate degree program offering a B.A. in Writing, with emphases in both creative and professional writing that encourage multi-genre study. The University (24,000 students) is part of a thriving Greater Grand Rapids community (pop.550,000).

All candidates should have a promising record of teaching, publication, and service in a university setting.

How To Apply: Apply online at http://www.gvsujobs.org. (available within the next few days) Include CV and cover letter addressed to Professor Dan Royer. The online application system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need assistance or have questions, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.

We will begin reviewing applications on November 3. We will notify those we would like to interview at the San Francisco MLA by November 24.