Northern State University’s Department of English, Communication, and Global Languages is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position to begin August 2025.
Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a PhD in English or closely related field (ABDs with a definite completion date prior to August 2025 will be considered) and have a commitment to undergraduate education. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in professional writing, especially writing for digital media and/or generative AI, to teach first- and second-year composition, contemporary rhetoric, and professional writing.
Responsibilities:
The applicant will be expected to teach Composition I and II, Contemporary Rhetoric, Media Writing and Media Editing, and Professional Writing. Other expectations include serving as advisor to the university’s student-run news publication The Exponent, maintaining an active research and scholarly agenda, mentoring undergraduate students in research and career readiness, maintaining a strong campus presence, engaging in cross-disciplinary academic collaborations, and supporting student recruitment and retention efforts, and performing other duties as assigned such as teaching a First-Year Seminar to incoming freshman.
Posting Date
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Consideration Date
10/31/2024
Advertised Salary
Depends on Experience
Duration of the Term
9 months
Appointment Percent
100%
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Setting:
Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Reference List Graduate Transcripts Optional Documents: The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.
Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.
South Dakota Board of Regents 306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200 Pierre, SD 57501 605-773-3455
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Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a PhD in English or closely related field (ABDs with a definite completion date prior to August 2025 will be considered) and have a commitment to undergraduate education. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in professional writing, especially writing for digital media and/or generative AI, to teach first- and second-year composition, contemporary rhetoric, and professional writing.
Responsibilities:
The applicant will be expected to teach Composition I and II, Contemporary Rhetoric, Media Writing and Media Editing, and Professional Writing. Other expectations include serving as advisor to the university’s student-run news publication The Exponent, maintaining an active research and scholarly agenda, mentoring undergraduate students in research and career readiness, maintaining a strong campus presence, engaging in cross-disciplinary academic collaborations, and supporting student recruitment and retention efforts, and performing other duties as assigned such as teaching a First-Year Seminar to incoming freshman.
Posting Date
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Consideration Date
10/31/2024
Advertised Salary
Depends on Experience
Duration of the Term
9 months
Appointment Percent
100%
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
Setting:
Northern State University is a premier regional institution characterized by outstanding instruction, extraordinary community relations, and excellent co-curricular opportunities. NSU is consistently ranked as one of the best public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report. NSU is organized into the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Fine Arts, and College of Professional Studies including the Millicent Atkins School of Education and the School of Business. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as multiple disciplinary accrediting bodies. NSU is located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a vibrant community in northeastern SD. The city has a population of approximately 30,000 and is a cultural, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare hub for the region. The University enjoys a positive and strong relationship with the city and region. With more than $100 million invested over the last decade, Northern State University is experiencing transformative positive momentum. Recent new buildings, renovations and projects under construction include significant updates to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the new Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a new regional Sports Complex with athletic and recreational fields.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Reference List Graduate Transcripts Optional Documents: The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.
Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.
South Dakota Board of Regents 306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200 Pierre, SD 57501 605-773-3455
#J-18808-Ljbffr
