University of San Diego·San Diego, California
The Teaching Professor will deliver lower and upper-division courses within the English Department and the University's Writing Program. Responsibilities include teaching a 4:4 course load per semester and mentoring undergraduate students.
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Teaching Professor, English Posting #
5628
The Department of English at the University of San Diego, housed within the College of Arts and Sciences, is a multidisciplinary Department that features courses in domestic and global literatures, literary cultures and theories, and creative writing. The Department also houses the university’s First Year Writing Program.
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The Department of English at the University of San Diego seeks a Teaching Professor to work within the curriculum of both the English Department and the University’s Writing Program (housed in the English Department). The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching at both the lower-division and upper-division levels, particularly: first-year writing, literary theory, genre literature, oral histories, preparatory college writing, English as a second language, and creative writing courses. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching by remaining active in their fields, through publications.
4 load). Please note that positions will be hired at the Teaching Professor level.
This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College’s Collective Bargaining will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University’s Agreement with SEIU Local 721
This is a full-time, benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of May 31, 2027. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon performance and continued funding.
Hold an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate or other terminal degree. ABD candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Have a demonstrated history of excellence in teaching at both the lower-division and upper-division levels, particularly: first-year writing, literary theory, genre literature, oral histories, preparatory college writing, English as a second language, and creative writing courses.
Have demonstrated a commitment to teaching and research, mentoring undergraduates, and fostering a climate of inclusion and diversity.
• Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate excellence in teaching by remaining active in their fields through publications.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
$6,092 - $6,275/monthly; Excellent Benefits
This appointment is a full-time 9-month contract, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Teaching Professor, with a monthly salary range of $6,092-$6,275. Candidates with significant college-level teaching experience may negotiate for appointment at the Senior or Distinguished Teaching Professor rank.
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits [http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/benefits//]
Please note that positions will be hired at the Teaching Professor level. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until positions are filled.
Applicants are asked to submit the following materials.
1. A brief letter of application 2. Curriculum vita 3. Contact information for three references who will be sent a link to upload letters.
Candidates are asked to submit the following materials by July 15, 2026, for timely consideration. For questions, please contact the department/search chair, Brad Melekian, at melekian@sandiego.edu
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The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree. [https://www.sandiego.edu/smoke-free/]
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