Lecturer II / Teaching Assistant Professor, English

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The Department of English at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-track, Lecturer II/Teaching Assistant Professor with a specialization in rhetoric and writing studies. The department is hiring three of these positions. The faculty in these positions will also serve as Concurrent Enrollment Coordinators, working with a tenure-track faculty member to administer the department’s English Collegiate Academy program. Collegiate Academy is a dual credit program offering high school students the opportunity to earn college credit. The applicant who fills this position will be responsible for facilitating monthly professional development meetings with teachers; leading weekly meetings with TAs and their partnering teachers; participating in biweekly meetings with instructors; meeting weekly with the program director; communicating with teachers, TAs, and instructors; updating program materials; and helping plan and run TA orientation during the summer. They will also teach one regular UNR course each semester in English’s Core Writing program or in accordance with their interests and departmental needs.

Lecturer Statement

The University of Nevada, Reno reserves the right to hire at any level of Lecturer (I-IV) or Teaching Assistant/Associate/Professor (terminal degree candidates) that is appropriate for the hire.  If you have questions about the title, please inquire during the interview process.

Required Qualifications

• Lecturer II - M.A. in English or a related field in hand by July 1, 2026.

• Teaching Assistant Professor - PhD in English or a related field in hand by July 1, 2026.

• Demonstrated excellence, or clear evidence of potential for excellence, in teaching writing at the college level

• Experience in university writing program administration

Preferred Qualifications

• K-12 teaching experience

• Experience teaching or supporting dual/concurrent enrollment teachers and students

• Evidence of attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and/or service

Compensation Grade

Lecturer II, 12-month, non-tenure track

Teaching Assistant Professor, 12-month, non-tenure track

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Salary for Academic Faculty, (12- month). Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Total Compensation

The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, sick leave, annual leave, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long term disability along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents.  For more information, please visit: UNR Benefits

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Program

Department Information

The Department of English, housed in the College of Liberal Arts, offers a div