Westfield State University Hiring for Instructor/Asst Prof, Professional Writing and Composition / Temporary at Westfield Full Time

Instructor/Asst. Prof., Professional Writing and Composition / Temporary

About Westfield State University:

In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.

Westfield State University is committed to anti-racist pedagogy and practices that guide our universities’ fundamental beliefs in critical engagement with diversity, social justice, community building, scholarly inquiry, and critical reflective practice. Persons of color and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor, Professional Writing and Composition
State Job Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor
Department: English
Job Code: HA2000/HA3200
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-0100
Bargaining Unit: MSCA
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary / 1 year
Timeframe: Academic year
Shift: TBD
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: Reports directory to the Chair of English
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: To commensurate with education and experience

General Statement of Duties: Westfield State University (Westfield, MA) invites applications for a one-year nontenure-track professor position in Professional Writing and Composition. Experience teaching both Professional Writing and Composition courses is strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to teach first-year composition is required. Teaching load is 4/4 (12 hours per semester).

Our writing concentration aims to build students’ rhetorical flexibility. by taking essential courses in professional writing, in particular Grant Writing and Career Preparation for Writers. This position also supports the department’s ongoing goal of providing excellent writing instruction to non-majors, as well as majors, through composition and Professional Writing.

You are welcome here! Bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. We invite applications from people with diverse identities, lived experiences, abilities, and perspectives. As an inclusive institution, we are working every day to eliminate disparities and grow belonging.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Experience composition and professional writing with an appropriate terminal degree (MFA or PhD).

Additional Information:

Salary:
For the majority of new employees, the minimum starting salary will apply. Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures.

State job specifications for this position may be found at the department of higher education website: http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp

Disability Accommodations:
Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.

Background Check:
Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.

Application Instructions:

An online application is required. A complete application includes:

• Cover Letter*
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial copy of transcripts of highest degree
• Statement of teaching philosophy with areas for continuing scholarship
• Contact information for three reference letter providers**

Notes:

* In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university.

** Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. [email protected]).

Application deadline: Review of applications will begin June 30, 2023. The job will remain open until finalists have been selected.

NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.

To apply, visit https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=164156&CNTRNO=0&TSTMP=0

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