Lecturer for Writing

Category: Faculty Subscribe: New Job Alerts RSS Job Feed Department: Writing Locations: Bristol, RI Posted: Nov 12, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Full-time Regular Ref. No.: 2190 Position ID: 206644 Share About Roger Williams University: At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world.

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Job Description

The Department of Writing Studies, Rhetoric, and Composition at Roger Williams University invites applications for a renewable appointment at the rank of Lecturer, to begin Fall 2027. We deliver a two-semester general education writing program with a focus on academic, professional, and public writing. We are particularly interested in candidates with commitments to first-year writing. There may also be additional opportunities to teach outside the department in the first-year and senior- seminar general education program.

All candidates should demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to culturally responsive pedagogies, disciplinary currency, and the ability to serve at the department, institution and/or community levels. Teaching load is 4/4. Review of applications will begin in late January, with interviews conducted in February.

Requirements

Significant teaching experience in first-year composition or other general education writing courses. Ph.D. with specialization in rhetoric and composition preferred, ABD considered. * At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Additional Information: Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law.

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All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: [email protected] Application Instructions: Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. Department: Writing Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by Hide Main Navigation 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809