The First-Year Writing program, housed in the School of Communication, invites applications for a continuing-track lecturer position beginning August 2026. Responsibilities include teaching in the first-year writing sequence. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to teach courses in the Writing, Rhetoric, and Information Design major, depending on their area of expertise and program need. The position is a nine-month appointment and the teaching load is 4/4 (12 hours per semester). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate must have the capacity to teach Introduction to College Writing and Academic Writing and Research. They will be expected to participate in professional development and service within the department, college, and university, and must be willing to participate in local, regional, and/or national professional development opportunities. Finally, the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, belonging, equity, and inclusion through their teaching, mentoring, and/or service.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Candidates must have a background in rhetoric and composition and experience teaching and/or tutoring academic writing.
- Knowledge of contemporary composition pedagogy and writing studies scholarship.
- Ability to teach diverse student populations through student-centered pedagogical practices.
- Commitment to reflective teaching, curricular development, and ongoing professional growth.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a writing program while also managing independent teaching responsibilities.
- Ability to respond thoughtfully to student concerns and contribute positively to a supportive learning environment.
- Strong and effective interpersonal, organization, and written communication skills.
Skills Considered Essential for Success
- Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
- Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
- Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
- Ability to make sound judgments.
- Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
- Professional in all interactions.
- Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Required Education and/or Experience
M.A. or PhD degree in Rhetoric & Composition, Technical and/or Professional Writing, or a closely related field. At least two years of experience teaching and/or tutoring academic writing.
Preferred Education and/or Experience
Training and/or experience in inclusive pedagogies, hybrid teaching practices, and /or multimodality and digital rhetorics.
License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred) University, Campus, and Community Description
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
Desired start date 08/16/2026 Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite
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Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
