Visiting Assistant Professor, English

Job Description

The English Department at Fairfield University invites applications for one full-time Visiting Assistant Professor to teach in the Core Writing Program and to work in areas related to our Writing Across the Curriculum/Writing in the Disciplines program, starting September 1, 2026, pending budget approval. Having recently completed revision of its Core, Fairfield University's exciting new writing curriculum requires students to complete four writing classes, including Introduction to Rhetoric and Composition (a hybrid of WAC and "Writing about Writing" approaches). VAP positions typically carry a 4/4 course load in Core Writing. Successful candidates will be committed to excellence in teaching and academic service and will demonstrate thorough knowledge of the field.

Requirements: Minimum

Qualifications

Evidence of exemplary teaching of college composition courses is required. Understanding of contemporary best practices in the teaching of rhetoric and composition and Writing Across the Curriculum is a must. A Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition is preferred. ABDs are also considered. To be considered, MA- and MFA-holding candidates must bring substantial experience in disciplinary approaches to teaching first-year composition. Salary is commensurate with highest degree earned and is competitive. Application Instructions: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with review beginning May 10. This position is open until filled, but we do anticipate making this hire by early June. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Kim Gunter, the Director of the Core Writing Program, at kgunter@fairfield.edu. For full consideration: Please submit: a letter of application a curriculum vitae (including a list of three references) a sample syllabus for a first-year composition course Category: Academic - Faculty Non-Tenure Track Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate. *Disclaimer The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice. All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Load a resume or CV first, then upload supporting documents including a cover letter at the bottom of the third page under the "My Experience" section where it says to upload a Resume/CV. You will be able to upload up to 5 other documents in this section. You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying. Faculty Positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email the additional documents to the applicable contact in the job description. Staff positions: If you need to upload more than 5 documents, please either combine them to upload or email them to hr@fairfield.edu Founded in 1942, Fairfield University is a modern, Jesuit Catholic University rooted in one of the world’s oldest intellectual and spiritual traditions. With campuses located in Fairfield, CT Bridgeport, CT, and Austin, TX, we strive to create a workforce that is rich in skill, knowledge, and pride in our work. Members of the Fairfield University community exhibit mutual respect, compassion, and inclusivity, aspiring to be a welcoming environment representative of an ever-changing and diverse global populace. As our University rises in national prominence, we are committed to fostering a healthy workplace and lifestyle for our employees. At Fairfield, the future is filled with opportunities as limitless as your potential, and they all begin with you.