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SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: English
Budget Title: Assistant Professor
Local Title: Assistant Professor of Rhetoric & Composition
Posting Date: October 16, 2024
Classification: N/A
Duties: The English Department at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for a tenure-track position in Rhetoric & Composition with a specialization and teaching expertise in rhetoric, composition, and professional writing. Candidates will be expected to develop and teach courses in rhetoric and composition, which might include public and scientific writing; cultural rhetorics; and technical writing. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in educational technology for teaching writing, with a focus on emerging technologies, as well as candidates with an interest in administering a large and diverse Writing & Rhetoric program. The appointment will be at the level of assistant professor with an anticipated start date of August 2025.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach first-year writing, general education, and introductory courses as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate offerings in rhetoric and composition. The standard teaching load for this position is 18 credits per year. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research leading to publication, effective teaching and mentoring, and service within the college and disciplinary community. For more information about the English Department please visit our website: https://www.newpaltz.edu/english/
We welcome applicants from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented on college campuses, especially scholars focused on gender, race, and LGBTQ+ issues, who are committed to diversity and inclusion in their scholarship and teaching and who are invested in doing this work collaboratively with our faculty. This appointment may also contribute to a number of curricular and research initiatives in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and the University more broadly, including Communication, Digital Media & Journalism, and the Equal Opportunity Program.
To this end, we ask that candidates include, among their application materials, a separate statement identifying past experience that promotes equity and diversity and/or describing plans to make future contributions to more inclusive representation of marginalized identities and gender expression in the applicant's area of expertise, in affiliate programs, and in the University more broadly. For more information about our commitment to diversity, please visit https://www.newpaltz.edu/english/our-commitment-to-diversity/
Qualifications: Required:
Candidates Will Be Required To Electronically Submit
Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received before 11/15/24
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2609
Application for Employment
SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: English
Budget Title: Assistant Professor
Local Title: Assistant Professor of Rhetoric & Composition
Posting Date: October 16, 2024
Classification: N/A
Duties: The English Department at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz invites applications for a tenure-track position in Rhetoric & Composition with a specialization and teaching expertise in rhetoric, composition, and professional writing. Candidates will be expected to develop and teach courses in rhetoric and composition, which might include public and scientific writing; cultural rhetorics; and technical writing. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in educational technology for teaching writing, with a focus on emerging technologies, as well as candidates with an interest in administering a large and diverse Writing & Rhetoric program. The appointment will be at the level of assistant professor with an anticipated start date of August 2025.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach first-year writing, general education, and introductory courses as well as advanced undergraduate and graduate offerings in rhetoric and composition. The standard teaching load for this position is 18 credits per year. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research leading to publication, effective teaching and mentoring, and service within the college and disciplinary community. For more information about the English Department please visit our website: https://www.newpaltz.edu/english/
We welcome applicants from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented on college campuses, especially scholars focused on gender, race, and LGBTQ+ issues, who are committed to diversity and inclusion in their scholarship and teaching and who are invested in doing this work collaboratively with our faculty. This appointment may also contribute to a number of curricular and research initiatives in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and the University more broadly, including Communication, Digital Media & Journalism, and the Equal Opportunity Program.
To this end, we ask that candidates include, among their application materials, a separate statement identifying past experience that promotes equity and diversity and/or describing plans to make future contributions to more inclusive representation of marginalized identities and gender expression in the applicant's area of expertise, in affiliate programs, and in the University more broadly. For more information about our commitment to diversity, please visit https://www.newpaltz.edu/english/our-commitment-to-diversity/
Qualifications: Required:
- PhD or equivalent in Rhetoric & Composition, or related field, or supply solid indication of imminent completion.
- Preference will be given to candidates who can provide a strong plan for active publication and who can demonstrate a record of, or potential for, excellent teaching at the undergraduate level.
Candidates Will Be Required To Electronically Submit
- Letter of application
- CV
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- One-page diversity statement
- Writing sample
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- Contact information for three professional references – References provided by applicant will be sent a link to upload letters of recommendation
Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received before 11/15/24
Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/
Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2609
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