College of Arts and Sciences - Temporary Assistant Professor - English

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title College of Arts and Sciences - Temporary Assistant Professor - English Department Name 480700000 English School/College College of Arts and Sciences Job Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is searching for a full-time, temporary, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of English, beginning August 2027. This is a one-year temporary position with healthcare benefits. The successful applicant must have a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, or related field, conferred by August 15, 2027, and at least two years of experience teaching first-year composition. The new hire will teach four first-year composition courses each semester.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and all applications submitted by January 15, 2027, will receive full consideration. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more information, please contact the search committee chair, Jeffrey A. Bacha at jbacha@uab.edu.

Required application materials:

• Cover Letter (briefly indicating how the candidate's qualifications, teaching philosophy, and experience prepare them for this position)
• Curriculum Vitae
• 1 Sample Syllabus of a composition course
• Student Teaching Evaluations (summary)
• Letters of Recommendation (3 professional references, one of which must detail the timeline for degree completion for ABD candidates). Candidates will enter the name and contact information for each reference, who will be sent a link to directly submit their letter of recommendation.

Required Qualifications

The successful applicant must have Ph.D. in rhetoric or composition orrelated field. The degree must be conferred by August 15, 2027

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number TS1307P Open Date 10/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Sample Syllabus
• Student Teaching Evaluations

Optional Documents