Job Description
The Opportunity
The Department of Humanities & Communication seeks a visiting assistant professor to teach writing courses on our Daytona Beach campus, beginning August 2025. This position includes a 4-4 teaching load with modest service expectations and the opportunity for research and travel support. Along with composition, the person hired for this position may teach courses in humanities, technical communication, or speech.
The ideal candidate will have a record of teaching excellence at the college level, a commitment to general education, and a keen interest in teaching writing at a STEM-oriented institution. Preferred candidates will hold a Ph.D. in Communication, English, or a closely related discipline. Applicants who are ABD and scheduled to graduate before August 2025 will also be considered.
About the Department of Humanities and Communication and the College of Arts and Sciences
In addition to offering general education courses in writing, humanities, and communication at a STEM-focused university, the department delivers academic programs in Communication and Interdisciplinary Studies, with minors in Humanities, Communication, Latin American Studies, Arabic Studies, Russian Studies, and Chinese Studies. The department has 38 full-time faculty members.
The College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) is the interdisciplinary hub of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Our world-class programs span from the sciences to the humanities with a focus on preparing our students for careers in aerospace, government, and a wide variety of industries. We additionally deliver innovative foundational and general education courses for all Daytona Beach students.
About Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace
With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.
Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!
- Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
- Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
- Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical Communication, or a related field. Applicants who are ABD and scheduled to graduate before August 2025 will also be considered.
Application process/requirements
Priority consideration will be given to applications received by June 25, 2025 and reviews will continue until the position is filled.
To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309775. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:
- CV
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- Three professional references
- Letter of application addressing experience and philosophy of teaching
Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.
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