Teaching Assistant Professor, Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Communication

Teaching Assistant Professor, Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Communication

Location
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Hickory, North Carolina
Faculty Position
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Full-time, nine-month, non-tenure track position

Lenoir-Rhyne University's College of Fine Arts and Communication seeks applications for a faculty member with expertise in rhetoric, composition or communication studies. The candidate will teach the two-semester course sequence Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Communication (WRD), which blends instruction in written and oral communication with digital competencies, with an emphasis on rhetoric.

The first course in the sequence, Reading and Research, provides focused instruction in critical reading, comprehension, and analysis using a range of print, oral and digital texts. It also emphasizes information literacy and research. To practice these skills, students create a range of written, oral and digital pieces. The second course, Written, Oral and Digital Composing, allows students to hone their skills as they develop and investigate their own research question.

Students create and revise logical, research-based texts in a variety of modes. Both courses feature real-world problem-solving and equity-based grading.

The position begins in August 2026. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, relationship building and inclusivity.

• Teach 24 credit hours (3/3 teaching load) during the academic year.
• Demonstrate innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
• Employ equity-based course design and grading models.
• Foster an inclusive and respectful learning environment.
• Collaborate with other instructors and the coordinator of the WRD sequence.
• Contribute to program, college and university service and leadership as appropriate.
• Engage in scholarly and professional activities consistent with faculty expectations.

All position requirements outlined above reflect the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the role competently. This description is not intended to be exhaustive. Faculty may be assigned additional responsibilities and are expected to acquire new skills as needed. Lenoir-Rhyne University reserves the right to modify position responsibilities as appropriate.

• Earned master's degree from an accredited institution required; terminal degree preferred.
• Ability to teach in person on the Hickory campus.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Ability to engage with the campus community and contribute to university service and shared governance.

• Publications or presentations related to the scholarship of teaching and learning.
• Experience teaching composition and public speaking.
• Experience with curriculum design and course development.

Lenoir-Rhyne University offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Salary transparency is a priority; detailed information will be provided to candidates during the interview process.

The university’s mission, vision, and values statements may be reviewed using About LR .

Questions regarding the position or search process may be directed electronically to the search committee chair, Dr. Jennifer Heller, ler .

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions. This commitment is rooted in our Lutheran tradition of fostering wisdom, nurturing vocation and preparing students for lives of purpose while serving the common good.

The College of Fine Arts and Communication is committed to developing well-rounded graduates who are perceptive readers and listeners, persuasive writers and speakers, and skilled artists and educators. Our curricula strive to express, enrich, and…