Instructional Professor University Writing Program

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate or other terminal degree (completed by position start date). Because the UWP is an interdisciplinary unit, there are no restrictions on disciplinary expertise. Candidates with degrees from any academic field (including those taught in University’s schools and divisions) are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated high-level effectiveness in college-level instruction, including at least three years of professional teaching experience (may include professional teaching experience as part of a graduate program).
• Strong academic writing abilities.

• Experience designing and/or implementing skills-based curricula emphasizing critical inquiry, creative thinking, close reading, analysis, research, drafting, and revision.
• Experience with and enthusiasm for working with outstanding students from diverse backgrounds (culturally, linguistically, socioeconomically, educationally, etc.).
• Experience mentoring or providing professional development for faculty and instructors.
• Intellectual curiosity, strong interpersonal skills, commitment to strengths-based pedagogical practices, and eagerness to contribute to the mission of an interdisciplinary, independent writing program motivated by University of Chicago’s values.

Candidates must apply through the University of Chicago’s Interfolio website,  . The Final date to receive applications is 11:59 p.m. Central Time on January 11, 2026 . All applicants will be asked to upload the following materials:

Further materials and references will be requested at subsequent stages of the search. If you have questions, please contact the Executive Director of the University Writing Program and chair of the search committee, Abigail Reardon, at uwpsearch .

Assistant Instructional Professor: $75,676–$81,729 ;
Associate Instructional Professor: $81,730–$88,459 ;
Instructional Professor: $88,460–$98,000 for Academic Year 2026–2027. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months. The position includes support for professional development and may also include a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses. The terms and conditions of this position are described in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Chicago and the Service Employees International Union.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call  or email equal opportunity with their request.