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Open Rank (Assistant, Associate or Full) Professor of English and Writing Program Director
The successful candidate will teach four courses per year while providing administrative leadership for the University's Writing Program. Responsibilities include supervising first-year writing courses, coordinating cross-curricular writing initiatives, and overseeing faculty training and program assessment.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a PhD in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field with a significant record of publication and research. Substantial experience in writing program administration and leadership is required for this faculty position.
Full job description
Position Title & Department:
Open Rank (Assistant, Associate or Full) Professor of English and Writing Program Director
Posting #
5668
Department Description:
The Department of English at the University of San Diego, housed within the College of Artsand Sciences, is a multidisciplinary Department that features courses in domestic and global literatures, literary cultures and theories, and creative writing. The Department also houses the University’s First Year Writing Program.
The College of Arts and Sciences is at the heart of the University of San Diego. Our philosophy is built on the enduring values of the Catholic intellectual tradition, immersing students in the concepts of free inquiry, ethical conduct and compassionate service. The College aims to establish an academic foundation for students to thrive and gain a comprehensive education, which spans the sciences, arts and social sciences. Through our exemplary liberal arts education and rigorous scholarship, we aspire to not only educate the mind but also develop the whole person.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
The Department of English at the University of San Diego invites applications for the position of Director of the University Writing Program to begin in Fall of 2027. We seek applicants at the level of advanced assistant, associate, or full professor of English. The teaching assignment is four courses per year.
Teaching responsibilities include writing and literature courses at all levels. Administrative responsibilities include collaboration with faculty and administration in overseeing USD’s Writing Program; supervision of first-year writing courses; contributing to personnel decisions (in consultation with English department chair); incoming student assessment and competency exams; coordinating all upper division, cross-curricular writing courses, including training faculty, reviewing Core Advanced Writing-course applications and syllabi; offering training workshops for all Writing Program faculty; Writing Program assessment; oversight of English for Speakers of Other Languages student assessment and support programming.
Job Requirements:
The successful candidate will be a writing specialist with a PhD in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field, with meaningful preparation in English literature preferred, and an interest in Creative Writing welcome. Substantial experience in Writing Program leadership administration, background in working with Writing Across the Curriculum and Writing in the Disciplines; Writing Program assessment; Writing Centers; and English for Speakers of Other Languages programs also required. Significant record of publication and research in the field expected.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Posting salary:
$6,931.25-$11,666.67 monthly: Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Please submit all materials by Sunday, October 4, 2026
Application materials must include:
A cover letter of application, which should express:
A philosophy of writing pedagogy (particularly in an age of GenAI), including concrete examples of the ways that those principles have been implemented in teaching, research, and writing program administration.
The candidate’s plans for service, commitment to the University mission, and inclusivity in teaching, research, and Writing Program Administration.
Curriculum Vitae
Research statement and sample of scholarly or, if applicable, creative work
Teaching statement and sample syllabi that indicate an ability and willingness to teach reading and writing as twinned skills, as well as a discussion of the candidate’s commitment to inclusive pedagogy
A one-page statement of vision for the writing program at USD
Contact information for three references who will be sent a link to upload letters.
Please contact Professor Brad Melekian, English Department Chair and Search Committee Chair, with any questions, at [email protected].
If you have any technical difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at [email protected].
Additional Details:
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
Related keywords
EnglishWriting ProgramHigher EducationFacultyPedagogyRhetoricCompositionCreative WritingLiterary CulturesWriting Across The CurriculumWriting In The DisciplinesAssessmentESOLInclusive PedagogyGenAIAcademic Leadership
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