Visiting Assistant Professor (Non-Renewable, Limited Term)

Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor (Non-Renewable, Limited Term)

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Literature & Languages

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. 

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). 
  If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at HR.Hiring@etamu.edu

SUMMARY:

The Department of Literature and Languages at East Texas A&M University invites applications for a full-time, temporary, non-tenure-track Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning Fall 2026. The appointment is for one academic year and may be renewed for an additional year based on program needs and performance.

This position will support the PhD program (Rhetoric and Composition emphasis) and the undergraduate Writing Program. The department includes doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate programs in English, Hispanic Studies, and Applied Linguistics.

The department anticipates conducting a search for a tenure-track English faculty position during the following academic year. The candidate appointed to this visiting position is welcome to apply should a search be authorized and conducted.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Visiting Assistant Professor will:

·         Teach three courses per semester (3–3 load) in a combination of undergraduate and graduate courses, such as Advanced Writing (Nonfiction), Professional & Technical Communication, and Writing Studies Methods.

·         Contribute to curriculum development and assessment efforts

·         Participate in public events, outreach activities, and co-curricular programming

·         Maintain regular office hours and participate in departmental and program meetings

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

·         Ph.D. completed by August 2026 in Rhetoric and Composition, English, Writing Studies, or a closely related field.

·         Evidence of successful college-level teaching experience in rhetoric and composition/writing studies or related area.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

·         Experience teaching advanced writing and rhetoric courses.

·         Evidence of a productive research agenda in rhetoric and composition/writing studies.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit:

·         Cover letter

·         Curriculum vitae

·         Statement of teaching philosophy

·         Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)

·         Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applications must be submitted electronically through ETAMU.

The appointment covers the 2026-2027 academic year. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Debbie Lelekis, Interim Department Head and Associate Dean of the College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts by email at Debbie.Lelekis@etamu.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.