Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Adjunct Faculty, Writing Studies in Town of Hempstea

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Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Writing Studies

Position Number

999972

College/School

Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties

Department

Writing Studies and Rhetoric

Employment Type

Part-Time

Responsibilities

The Department of Writing Studies and Rhetoric at Hofstra University, Long Island, is seeking to fill anticipated part‑time adjunct teaching positions. The position involves teaching the first‑ and/or second‑semester writing courses (WSC 001 or WSC 002) during the fall 2025 semester. There may also be opportunities to teach professional business writing and public speaking.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in composition, English, creative writing, or a similar field is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching composition at the college level is strongly preferred.

Application Requirements

• Cover letter including a discussion of your approach to teaching expository writing
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Sample syllabus and assignment for a first‑year writing course

After an interview, please be prepared to submit official transcripts and three letters of recommendation.

Contact

Email: WritingStudies@hofstra.edu

Deadline

Open until filled

Tenure Track

No

Date Posted

04/23/2025

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary

$1,458–$1,585