"Assistant Professor of Instruction or Lecturer"

Job Summary

The University of Texas at Tyler, a dynamic and growing institution committed to fostering academic excellence and innovation, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Instruction. This position will start with the Fall 2026 semester.

Applicants should submit a single PDF or Word document with a:

• Cover Letter,
• CV
• Copy of Transcript for the highest degree
• List of 3 Professional References with Contact Information

The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, October 20 and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to the Department Chair, Dr. Ann Beebe (abeebe@uttyler.edu).

Key Responsibilities

• Teach developmental English, first-year writing courses, and other composition courses including business and technical writing
• Some possibility of a section of literature survey (American, British, World)
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Developmental English and Chair of the Composition Committee on curriculum development and assessment
• Respond to and communicate with students, colleagues, and the department chair in a timely fashion
• Maintain regular on-campus presence
• Participate in one department committee in addition to the Composition Committee
• Attend departmental meetings

Required Qualifications

• MA or Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric & Composition
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and professional development
• Experience in teaching two or more of the following: developmental writing, first-year composition, creative writing, business writing, writing for STEM students, digital humanities
• Experience in face-to-face and online teaching (undergraduate)
• Experience in or willingness to teach 7-week and 15-week classes during fall and spring semesters
• Experience with the ethical integration of AI into courses
• Proven ability in building trust through collaborative decision-making, embracing shared governance, and integrating with the community

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a CV, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions: When prompted to upload your "resume", upload your combined documents as one file. Please do not upload documents to "Cover Letter" or "References". If the required application materials were not uploaded at the "resume" prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.

About The University of Texas at Tyler

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.

Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.

Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.

With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.

For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.

EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.