Lecturer of English

Lecturer of English Job ID: 269469
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Job Summary Job ID 269469 Position #: 40070662 The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Department of English and World Languages at Augusta University, responding to enrollment growth in recent years, is seeking applicants for multiple Lecturers in English. The selected candidates will be expected to teach College Composition courses. These are non-tenure eligible faculty positions (9-month contract) with duties anticipated to begin in August 2024. Candidates will have a strong commitment to teaching general education classes and disciplinary or work experience in professional and technical writing, composition studies, or digital humanities. Responsibilities

• Teach 8 in-person courses per year as assigned by chair. These will include ENGL 1101 and ENGL 1102 (College Composition I and II) and possible others such as introductory literature and/or humanities courses.
• Teach onsite dual enrollment courses located in local high schools.
• Participate in shared governance of department, college, and university as assigned.

Required Qualifications Master's degree in English, Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Composition or related field or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (minimum of 18 graduate semester hours). Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• -Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• -Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• -Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• -Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• -Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in English, Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Composition or related field and work experience in journalism, marketing, technical communication, user design, media development, publishing, or digital humanities.
• Experience in teaching in a college or a university setting.
• Applicants with experience teaching asynchronous and synchronous online courses are strongly encouraged to apply.

Shift/Salary/Benefits This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter and yearly contract. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0. Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data. Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website:h ttps:// College/Department Information The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service. About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at . Location Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a background check review prior to starting with Augusta University. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at .
Please upload your Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Philosophy Statement, and a List of Three References with Contact Information as one document. We will begin reviewing applications on March 18, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. To apply, visit