University of North Dakota
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Salary
$46,000 - $46,000 / YEAR
The Teaching Assistant Professor will teach eight sections of first-year writing and research courses per academic year. They will collaborate with composition directors to meet programmatic goals and utilize digital tools for student learning.
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in English and have recent experience teaching College Composition. Evidence of effective teaching and the ability to engage diverse students is required.
The Department of English at the University of North Dakota is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor to teach first-year writing for the 2026-2027 academic year. The position begins August 16, 2026, and is a 9-month non-tenure track position, contingent upon the availability of funding.
With a Composition Program that supports a high-impact educational experience for all UND undergraduates, we seek candidates who have academic knowledge of the teaching of writing, recent experience teaching composition at the undergraduate level, experience using teaching technologies, and interest working closely with first-year students in a seminar setting. Candidates must present evidence of effective teaching and thoughtful engagement with student learning.
This Teaching Assistant Professor will teach four face-to-face sections each semester in the 2026-27 academic year for 8 total sections.
The successful candidate will have a Master's Degree in English, recent experience teaching College Composition, and will teach the following courses offered by UND's Composition Program: English 110 (a first-year seminar that introduces academic writing, reading, critical thinking, as well as an emphasis on what it means to be a college student) and English 130 (a research writing course that highlights audience and purpose as students write for public audiences). As part of the composition program, this instructor will work closely with the directors of composition and the department’s office manager to meet programmatic goals and university requirements, including use of learning management technologies and digital tools.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to the Department Chair, Lori Robison, at lori.robison@und.edu [lori.robison@und.edu].
Market context
In North Dakota, English teaching positions at the college level can be competitive because programs look for candidates who can teach composition effectively and support diverse student populations. This role stands out for requiring a master’s degree in English plus recent College Composition experience, so applicants with clear teaching evidence and adaptable classroom practice are often strongest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show recent composition teaching and student engagement examples.
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