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Instructor of Composition and Rhetoric-1

University of Mississippi·University, Mississippi

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

The instructor will teach first-year composition courses, specifically Writ 101 and 102. Responsibilities also include participating in curricula revision and contributing to program assessments.

Department

  • Writing &
  • Rhetoric
  • Job
  • Summary: Performs the function of teaching with renewable contracts. Not eligible for tenure.

Job Description

Persons with the rank of instructor shall be hired for teaching duties but shall not be tenure track. The contracts will be renewable at the discretion of the University. Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here! Job Responsibilities: Teaching first-year courses, including Writ 101 and 102 Participating in the ongoing evaluation and revision of curricula Contributing to a professional development community within the DWR Contributing to distributed assignment, course, and program assessments Serving the department, as assigned Education Qualifications: Master's (Required) Experience: Composition Interview Requirement: Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. EEO Statement: The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Background Check Statement: The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Requirements

A Master's degree is required for this position. Candidates must have experience in Composition and be capable of serving the department's professional development community.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Teaching
  • Curriculum Evaluation
  • Program Assessment
  • Curriculum Revision
  • Composition
  • Rhetoric

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
University, Mississippi
Posted
Jul 20, 2026
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University of Mississippi

The Career Center’s mission is to collaborate with the university community to provide services, resources, and professional networking opportunities. We educate students in the exploration of occupational pathways and in the development of career readiness skills that prepare...

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryHigher Education
TypeEducational
Size11-50 employees
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