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Lecturer in the Teaching of Rhetoric and Writing

Job No: 537006
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department: 16940000 - LS-WRITING PGM

Job Information

Classification Title: Lecturer (Assistant Instructional Professor)
Position Start: August 16, 2026
Duration: 9 months, full-time, non-tenure accretive

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3/3 course load in composition and rhetoric, including first‑year composition, critical thinking and writing, discipline‑focused writing, and professional writing.
• Develop and deliver course materials, assessments, and grading rubrics.
• Mentor students and support experiential learning initiatives such as student exchanges, study abroad, and community outreach.
• Participate in program meetings, curriculum development, and faculty professional development activities.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Composition and Rhetoric or a related area.
• Teaching experience in composition at the university level.
• Demonstrated expertise in writing instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in experiential learning, community‑based outreach, or study abroad.
• Experience with digital media, AI, or discipline‑specific communication.

Employment Benefits

• Health insurance (including vision, dental, and long‑term disability).
• Retirement options through the Florida Retirement System and State University System.
• Paid leave, sick‑leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.

Application Instructions

• Submit an application online, including a letter, CV, and three references.
• Reference letters will be requested for selected candidates.
• The selected candidate will provide an official transcript upon hire.
• Applications will be reviewed beginning November 1, 2025 and remain open until filled.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution committed to diversity and inclusion. All candidates are subject to pre‑employment screening and must be eligible to work in the United States.