Oklahoma State University
Location
Stillwater, Oklahoma
The instructor will teach freshman composition or technical writing courses during the day. Responsibilities also include holding office hours and conferencing with students.
Candidates must hold an MA in English or a related field, or have at least 18 graduate hours in English. Prior teaching experience and proficiency in using technology for student engagement are preferred.
OSU-Stillwater: Contact name & email
Dr. Jeff Menne, jeff.menne@okstate.edu
Appointment length: 6 months or less
Hiring range: Commensurate with education and experience
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by May 31, 2026, to ensure full consideration.
The Department of English at Oklahoma State University seeks applications for part-time, non-tenure-track adjunct instructors for the Fall 2026 semester.
About the Department of English
The Oklahoma State University Department of English is committed to research, teaching, and outreach. It prides itself on the diversity of its course offerings and on its small lecture and discussion classes. The department offers a full range of courses in six areas: literature, creative writing, screen studies, linguistics, teaching English as a second language, and rhetoric and writing studies. For further information on the department, see our web page at http://english.okstate.edu [http://english.okstate.edu].
With a 130-year history, Oklahoma State University is one of the nation's most comprehensive land-grant university systems. The OSU System has over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, and campuses in Stillwater, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Okmulgee. Exceptional strengths in the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities in the College of Arts and Sciences as well as institutional strengths in engineering, agriculture, and business are distinguishing features of the University.
Stillwater is a growing community consistently winning awards for best places to live, most recently in Money Magazine. It is about a 1-hour drive from both Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The addition of commercial air travel, wide availability of gigabit internet, and the McKnight Center for the Performing Arts enhance Stillwater’s vibrant culture. The cost of housing is roughly 80% of the national average.
For further information on the department, see our web page at http://english.okstate.edu [http://english.okstate.edu]. Position will remain open until filled.
This position is contingent upon availability of funding.
Market context
Adjunct English roles in Oklahoma are often shaped by course scheduling needs and student enrollment, so departments value candidates who can step in with strong subject knowledge and classroom readiness. This role is competitive for applicants with an MA in English or a related field, 18 graduate hours in English, prior teaching experience, and comfort using technology to support student engagement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight teaching examples and digital tools you have used.
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