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University of Florida

Postdoctoral Associate in the Teaching of Rhetoric and Writing

University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, us, 32635

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Postdoctoral Associate in the Teaching of Rhetoric and Writing Job No:

537582 Work Type:

Full Time Location:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories:

Education/Training/Instructional Design, Humanities Department:

16940100 - LS-WRITING PGM GENERAL

Job Description Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate

Ph.D. Required

University Writing Program at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Associate to begin January 1, 2026. The position is a non-tenure accruing appointment with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years. The University Writing Program offers a wide range of writing‑intensive courses such as themed critical thinking and writing, writing in the disciplines, and professional writing.

Postdoctoral Associates teach existing upper‑division courses in areas such as Writing in the Law, Writing in the Medical Sciences, and Writing in the Humanities and develop courses in their own areas of interest. The teaching assignment is 3/2.

Responsibilities

Teach existing upper‑division courses in composition and writing across diverse disciplines.

Develop new courses aligned with program priorities and student needs.

Coordinate with faculty to ensure curriculum integration and quality assessment.

Maintain effective student engagement and support through office hours and assignments.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in composition, rhetoric, English, or a related field.

Demonstrated experience teaching discipline‑focused writing at the university level.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and student success.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in environmental or social justice rhetoric, digital and media studies, science writing, or public‑facing/community‑focused writing.

Experience developing courses for diverse student populations.

Application Instructions To be considered, submit an application online to explore.jobs.ufl.edu/cw/en-us/listing/. Include a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and e‑mail addresses of three references. An e‑mail will be sent to your references to upload their confidential letter. Student evaluations will be submitted upon request. The position will remain open until filled.

Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus a full benefits package. More information: benefits.hr.ufl.edu.

EEO Commitment The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

Contact Applications close: (date omitted). To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537582

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