Assistant Professor of English, tenure-track
Full Time
Havre, MT
Posted
Job description
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education at Montana State University Northern (
MSUN
), invites applications for an academic-year (10-month), tenure-track Assistant Professor of English position
,
anticipated to begin August 1, 2023. The responsibilities of the successful candidate include effectively teaching freshman writing courses, upper division writing courses such as Media Literacy and Public Relations Writing, upper division courses in the candidate’s area of specialization; and may include general education literature courses. Duties also include working collaboratively with faculty and other academic programs to design course content; effectively advising students, continuing the pursuit of scholarly, departmental, and institutional achievement; and engaging in curricular and programmatic design, program assessment, and national and state accreditation preparation.
This position provides support for the university’s general education core for all baccalaureate programs, the Liberal Studies degree, and the college’s secondary education 5-12 English bachelor’s degree.
Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position and
MSU
-Northern. For more information about this program and
MSU
-Northern, go to
www.msun.edu
.
MSUN will only consider applicants who are authorized to work in the US and MSUN will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Duties and Responsibilities
MSUN will only consider applicants who are authorized to work in the US and MSUN will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
The responsibilities of the successful candidate include effectively teaching freshman writing courses, upper division writing courses such as Media Literacy and Public Relations Writing, upper division courses in the candidate’s area of specialization; and may include general education literature courses. Duties also include working collaboratively with faculty and other academic programs to design course content; effectively advising students, continuing the pursuit of scholarly, departmental, and institutional achievement; and engaging in curricular and programmatic design, program assessment, and national and state accreditation preparation.
This position provides support for the university’s general education core for all baccalaureate programs, the Liberal Studies degree, and the college’s secondary education 5-12 English bachelor’s degree.
Effective teaching is the primary mission of this position and
MSU
-Northern. For more information about this program and
MSU
-Northern, go to
www.msun.edu
.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Doctoral degree in English, Media Literacy, Digital Humanities, Technical Writing, or closely related field by August 1, 2023
- Demonstrated expertise teaching freshman composition at the university level
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the application of technology to enhance teaching and learning
- Demonstrated ability to teach and work collaboratively and effectively with persons from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Expertise in teaching digital humanities or media literacy
- Experience teaching public relations writing, writing for social media, and/or business writing
- Evidence of student-centered approaches to education
- Demonstrated effective online and/or hybrid teaching
The Successful Candidate Will Special Requirements Physical Demands
Typical office and classroom environments.
The Program The Department The College
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through programs that prepare students for work in fields spanning the humanities, social and physical sciences, professional education, public service, and leadership. Degree programs are represented by the Bachelor of Arts in four majors, the Bachelor of Science in two majors, the Bachelor of Science in Education in six majors, a Bachelor of Applied Science, and an Associate of Arts in General Education. The College also offers two graduate programs including a Master of Education Degree in Counselor Education and a Master of Science Degree in Instruction and Learning.
This position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number
2022-23-F00003P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
August 1, 2023
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Until an adequate pool is established
No
Special Instructions Summary
Screening of applications will begin October 4, 2022. For vacancy announcement and job seeker’s toolkit, go to www.msun.edu/hr. Applicants must include a letter addressing each of the required and preferred qualifications noted above, professional and academic career goals, and interest in the position as well as a CV, unofficial transcripts, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2222
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Consistent with MSUN’s commitment, and with all applicable law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment, including sexual misconduct prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and will take appropriate action to prevent, resolve, and remediate the effects of protected-class harm.
The Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy defines and prohibits protected-class misconduct, and the Discrimination Grievance Procedures set forth the University’s processes for addressing and resolving such reports. The Policy and Procedures apply to all University programs and activities, including, but not limited to, admissions, athletics, instruction, grading, University housing, and University employment. In addition, the law prohibits retaliation against an individual for opposing any practices prohibited by this Policy, for bringing or responding to a complaint of discrimination or harassment, for assisting someone with such a complaint, for attempting to stop such discrimination or harassment, or for participating in resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX at the University and reports about all forms of protected-class discrimination and harassment should be made to the Director of Human Resources/ Title IX Coordinator:
Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
PO Box 7751
Havre MT 59501
Director of Human Resources/ Title IX Coordinator:
Suzanne Hunger
Suzanne.hunger@msun.edu
Location:
208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568
E-mail: titleixcoordinator@msun.edu or suzanne.hunger@msun.edu
Please note that reports can be made at any time, including during non-business hours, by using the email address or listed telephone number (and leaving a private message).
Title IX Coordinator
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the University’s compliance with federal and state discrimination and harassment laws, including Title IX. The Title IX Coordinator oversees compliance with the University’s Discrimination and Grievance Policy. Specifically, the Title IX Coordinator:
Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) commits to a learning and working environment that emphasizes the dignity and worth of every member of its community that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, sex, gender, age, political ideas, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation (taken together, generally, “protected-class harm”). An inclusive environment is necessary for a healthy and productive University community.
Consistent with MSUN’s commitment, and with all applicable law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination or harassment, including sexual misconduct prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and will take appropriate action to prevent, resolve, and remediate the effects of protected-class harm.
The Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy defines and prohibits protected-class misconduct, and the Discrimination Grievance Procedures set forth the University’s processes for addressing and resolving such reports. The Policy and Procedures apply to all University programs and activities, including, but not limited to, admissions, athletics, instruction, grading, University housing, and University employment. In addition, the law prohibits retaliation against an individual for opposing any practices prohibited by this Policy, for bringing or responding to a complaint of discrimination or harassment, for assisting someone with such a complaint, for attempting to stop such discrimination or harassment, or for participating in resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment.
Inquiries about the application of Title IX at the University and reports about all forms of protected-class discrimination and harassment should be made to the Director of Human Resources/ Title IX Coordinator:
Human Resources /Title IX
Montana State University-Northern
PO Box 7751
Havre MT 59501
Director of Human Resources/ Title IX Coordinator:
Suzanne Hunger
Suzanne.hunger@msun.edu
Location:
208 Cowan Hall
Tel: (406) 265.3568
E-mail: titleixcoordinator@msun.edu or suzanne.hunger@msun.edu
Please note that reports can be made at any time, including during non-business hours, by using the email address or listed telephone number (and leaving a private message).
Title IX Coordinator
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the University’s compliance with federal and state discrimination and harassment laws, including Title IX. The Title IX Coordinator oversees compliance with the University’s Discrimination and Grievance Policy. Specifically, the Title IX Coordinator:
- Coordinates educational programs and trainings regarding discrimination and harassment prevention for students and employees;
- Responds to and seeks to resolve reports of discrimination and harassment following the Procedures;
- Provides information about and, if requested, assists with criminal reporting;
- Provides information about resources for obtaining advocacy, healthcare, and counseling services; and
- Coordinates supportive and protective measures for members of the MSUN community.
A full copy of the University’s Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Policy and the accompanying Discrimination Grievance Procedures are available on the Human Resources and Title IX website. More information about reporting options, resources, and other information about sexual harassment, including sexual assault, is located at the Human Resources and Title IX website: https://www.msun.edu/hr/titleix/index.aspx
This notice is disseminated annually to students and employees at the Montana State University-Northern.
For further information regarding Title IX and non-discrimination, visit http://www.ed.gov/ocr or contact:
U.S. Department of Education
915 Second Avenue, Room 3310
Seattle, WA 98174-1099
Telephone: (206) 607-1600
Facsimile: (206) 607-1601
Email: OCR.Seattle@ed.gov
https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/know.html?src=ft
Montana State University -Northern makes reasonable accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU-Northern provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Office of Human Resources, PO Box 7751, Montana State University-Northern, Havre, MT 59501; 406-265-3568; http://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/EmployPref.pdf
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