Visiting Assistant Professor, English, Professional Writing, College of Arts and Sciences

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Department of English invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Professional Writing, beginning August 15, 2026. Initial one year appointment, non-tenure track with the option for a second year. Teaching assignment is 9 credit hours per semester (3 classes) in the Rhetoric and Professional Writing track including service writing courses such as Technical and Scientific Writing, Writing in the Behavioral Sciences, and Writing for Business.

Essential Functions

• Teach primarily in-person professional writing classes which prepare students to produce writing for professional and public contexts.
• Participate in departmental faculty meetings.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to effective date of appointment, candidates must have an MA or MS in Professional Writing, Technical Communication, or related field, as well as teaching experience including the following, which may have been gained concurrently:

• three academic years of experience teaching professional and technical writing classes
• one academic year of experience in online or hybrid settings

Application Process

For full consideration, applicants must upload the following documents to their application:

• Cover letter that directly addresses experience in teaching professional writing at the college level
• Curriculum vitae
• Three professional references with contact information
• Syllabi from two relevant courses

Address letter to Dr. Jennifer Glaser, Head, Dept. of English, University of Cincinnati, ML 0069, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0069. Review of candidates will begin (three weeks after posting date) and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants being considered will be asked to provide additional information and materials. Any questions can be directed to Teresa Cook at teresa.f.cook@uc.edu.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package... Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience. UC Benefits.