Assistant Professor Rhetoric Composition Jobs in Wisconsin

POSITION SUMMARY:

The English Department at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in post-1800 anglophone literature, film, and culture. The position begins at the Assistant Professor level in August 2026. The successful candidate will have experience in, and demonstrate a commitment to, student-centered liberal arts instruction.

Selected candidate must be able to teach general education courses in literature and composition.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Faculty in the department teach a normal load of eight courses a year (4/4), including teaching in the General Education program (writing, literature, ethical citizenship, and global perspectives).

The successful candidate will also be expected to stay abreast of research in their field of study, maintain an active research agenda, and fulfill service responsibilities within the department, at the college level, and at the university level. This will also include active engagement in curriculum development and revision.

English

• PhD. in the Field of Post-1800 Global Anglophone Literature completed before start date

• Research or teaching specialization in literature

• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level

• Experience using learning outcomes and rubrics for assessment

• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education.

• The ability to teach classes across the spectrum of English studies, including literature, composition, and general education.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references with one being a previous supervisor who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:
Michelle Parkinson

Professor and Search Chair

michelle.parkinson@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before January 31, 2026.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:
https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF's Title IX Coordinator attitleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed atwww.uwrf.edu/police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reportor call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.

The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.