*THIS FACULTY POSITION BEGINS SOON: AUGUST 17, 2027!*
*Application review begins immediately and will continue until filled.*
The UCA First-Year Writing (FYW) and Writing, Rhetoric, and Information Design (WRID) Programs, housed in the
School of Communication, seeks applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor of FYW and WRID.
You may direct questions about the position to Dr. Kyle Mattson:
kmattson
Full text of job ad available from this link (or text below link):
https://jobs.uca.edu/postings/19223
Position Summary: Housed in the School of Communication at the University of Central Arkansas, the First-Year Writing (FYW) and Writing, Rhetoric, and Information Design (WRID) programs seek candidates for a 9-month Visiting Assistant Professor position combining FYW and WRID, beginning August 17, 2026. This non-tenure-track position consists of a one-year appointment with the potential for renewal. The visiting faculty member will be responsible for teaching, research, and service. The position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policies.
Job Duties and Responsibilities: Teach in the FYW Program and, as needed, in the WRID Program. The teaching load is 4/4 (12 credit hours per semester), typically consisting of three FYW courses and one WRID course, with possible adjustments based on program needs. Applicants should have a background in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, Technical and Professional Writing, or a closely related field, as well as experience teaching college writing. This is an in-person position with some possibility for hybrid teaching.
Required Education and/or Experience: Terminal degree in Rhetoric and Composition, Writing Studies, Technical and Professional Writing, or a closely related field (ABD considered). Experience teaching college writing and evidence of excellence in teaching required. Candidates must have an interest in general education instruction, assessment, and program initiatives.
Preferred Education and/or Experience: Evidence of advancing inclusive pedagogies that meet the educational aspirations of a diverse student body is integral. Applicants will also have a clear research agenda that connects with their areas of specialization. Specializations might include Editing, Publishing, Technical Writing, Rhetorical Theory, Information Design, and Writing with AI.
Application: Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references to UCA’s online application system. The full ad and application can be found at https://jobs.uca.edu/postings/19223
More About the First Year Writing and Writing, Rhetoric, and Information Design Programs and the University of Central Arkansas: The FYW Program and WRID programs are housed in the School of Communication at UCA. FYW offers two courses in the composition sequence: Introduction to College Writing and Academic Writing and Research. WRID offers two distinct tracks: Writing Studies and Technical and Professional Writing. The Technical and Professional Writing track equips students with practical skills to create impactful documents, such as white papers and social media campaigns, while collaborating with community partners on real-world projects. The Writing Studies track focuses on analyzing how language connects with specific audiences, exploring topics like the social history of writing and theories of identity.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000, of which more than 15% are graduate students. The university offers more than 90 undergraduate and 60 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.
AA/EOE
Kyle Mattson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Writing, Rhetoric, & Information Design Program CoordinatorSchool of Communication, Thompson 325
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR 72035