Assistant Professor (Teaching Track) – Writing Studies – University of Washington Tacoma

Assistant Professor (Teaching Track) – Writing Studies – University of Washington Tacoma

• Institution: University of Washington Tacoma

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Culture, Arts & Communication, School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 100% FTE, Teaching Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Teaching Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: $8,444 – $9,000 per month / $76,000 – $81,000 per 9-month academic year

• Location: Tacoma, Washington, USA

• Expected Start Date: September 16, 2027

• Application Deadline: Open until filled; first consideration begins October 15, 2026

📋 Overview of Role

The University of Washington Tacoma invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Writing Studies. The position focuses on excellence in teaching and service within a diverse and inclusive academic community, with particular emphasis on rhetoric, composition, writing studies, student engagement, and inclusive pedagogy.

The initial appointment is for a three-year term, with eligibility for reappointment following successful academic review.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach the equivalent of seven standard courses per academic year.

• Teach lower-division rhetoric and composition courses, including TCORE 101: Introduction to Academic Writing, TWRT 120/121: Academic Writing I & II, and TWRT 211: Argument and Research in Writing.

• Teach courses through in-person, online, and hybrid modalities.

• Develop effective and inclusive teaching practices using varied pedagogical techniques and technologies.

• Engage in scholarly and professional activities supporting and enhancing teaching.

• Develop a pedagogical agenda demonstrating leadership in writing studies, rhetoric, and/or composition.

• Contribute through scholarship of teaching and learning, curriculum development, publications, and/or presentations.

• Participate in school and campus committees, major and division governance, and unit-specific activities.

• Mentor and engage students from diverse backgrounds and support student organizations.

• Contribute to UW Tacoma's commitment to diversity, access, belonging, and inclusive education.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Composition/Rhetoric or a related field. A Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Composition/Rhetoric or a related field is also acceptable.

• Teaching Experience: At least three years of college or university teaching experience.

• Specialization: Expertise in lower-division composition curriculum development and student engagement.

• Teaching Profile: Demonstrated ability to teach rhetoric, composition, and/or writing studies in diverse educational contexts.

• Preferred Strengths: Experience with inclusive pedagogy, mentoring, scholarship of teaching and learning, and teaching in an urban-serving institution.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: $8,444 – $9,000.

• Academic-Year Salary: $76,000 – $81,000 for a 9-month academic year.

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications or as determined by applicable U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements.

• Faculty benefits are provided through the University of Washington.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter of 1–2 pages addressing teaching background, minimum qualifications, rhetoric/composition/writing studies experience, and commitment to diversity and access.

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including courses taught, frequency, instructional role, and relevant service experience.

3. Teaching Statement of 1–2 pages describing teaching philosophy, methods, and high-impact practices.

4. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness, such as sample syllabi, assignments, student evaluations, peer evaluations, and other teaching materials.

5. Names and Contact Information for Three Professional References, with letters available upon request.

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: Apply through Interfolio

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: Riki Thompson, Search Committee Chair — rikitiki@uw.edu

• Application Deadline: October 15, 2026 (First Consideration); Open until filled

• Application Method: Applications are accepted only through Interfolio Faculty Search.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: University of Washington Tacoma – tacoma.uw.edu