Adjunct Faculty, Writing Studies

Position Overview

The Department of Writing Studies, Rhetoric, and Composition seeks part‑time faculty for semester‑length appointments in its award‑winning Writing Program. All courses are held in‑person on our Bristol campus. Possible courses include:

• WTNG 100:
  Introduction to Academic Writing
• WTNG 102:
  How Writing Works
• WTNG 225:
  Writing in Professional and Public Contexts

Additional course information can be found at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-program

Compensation is on a per course basis. Adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of three sections per semester.

Successful applicants will advance writing program outcomes, contribute to assessment, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to excellence in teaching.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in Rhetoric and Composition, English, or a related field by the time of appointment and recent college‑level teaching experience.

At the University’s discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted if the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law.

RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator:
Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809;
Phone: (401) 254‑3123;
Email: jstanley.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references.