Visiting NTT Asst. Professor of Professional Writing, focus in Editing and Publishing

Job Description

Full‑Time, 9‑Month, Non‑Tenure Track (Potential 1‑Year Renewal)

The University of Indianapolis invites applications for a nine‑month, non‑tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Professional Writing with a specialization in Editing and Publishing, beginning August 2026.

Housed in the Shaheen College of Arts & Sciences, the English Department seeks a colleague with graduate‑level training in editing and publishing who can contribute to and support our Creative Writing, Editing, and Publishing major. This position fills a need for disciplinary expertise in introduction to college writing, book publishing, instructional design, and contemporary professional writing practices.

The successful candidate will teach a 24‑credit load across undergraduate and graduate courses, including book editing and publishing, instructional design, and professional writing. As with all department faculty, the candidate will also teach first‑year writing courses.

The English Department offers undergraduate majors in Creative Writing, Editing, and Publishing and in Literary Studies; an M.A. in English; multiple minors; and concentrations in writing and teaching English language learners. Faculty regularly teach courses for the university’s general education curriculum and are expected to contribute to departmental and university service, as well as maintain an active scholarly and/or professional agenda.

Successful candidates shall show expertise in instructional design and editing/publishing and have a successful teaching record.

Terminal degree in English (PhD or MFA) or related field. Must demonstrate 18 credit hours of graduate‑level English courses.

• Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned. This role serves as a Title IX Responsible Employee. Yes. This role serves as a Campus Security Authority. No. This role requires a clean or acceptable driving record. N/A.

This role is considered Essential (see Extreme Weather Policy for definition).

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close‑knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of “Education for Service” provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic‑minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan – 403(b)
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center

For more information about the benefits of being a staff member at UIndy, visit our Benefits site.