The School of Writing, Language, and Literature invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of English, specializing in professional/technical writing (PTW) to begin in August 2025. We seek applicants with expertise in PTW technologies and digital writing (e.g., writing for social media platforms, writing for the web and mobile devices, document design technologies, usability/user experience, accessibility, artificial intelligence).

Preference will be given to applicants with a strong commitment to both undergraduate and graduate PTW education, a proven record of a student-focused teaching practice, and experience teaching PTW courses in person and online. The successful applicant will be expected to teach a mix of courses in the undergraduate professional writing concentration/minor and in the fully online graduate certificate in professional writing. The successful applicant can expect a 4/4 teaching load and teach courses in Professional Writing, Business Writing, Professional Writing Technologies, and Digital Writing. The successful applicant will also be expected to establish an independent program of research in the field; participate in department, college, and university governance and committee work; and advise undergraduate students.

We are especially interested in applicants who can help us place PTW students in internships and market and recruit students into our PTW undergraduate and graduate certificate programs and courses. We are also interested in applicants who value active and experiential learning and innovative teaching practices and who promote diversity and inclusion in their teaching, research, and service. We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative environment for new faculty building a successful career.

The School of Writing, Language, and Literature (SWLL) is housed within the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS), which is the largest college at Radford University and home to liberal arts instruction on campus. CHBS and SWLL are housed in a 145,000-square-foot modern instructional and research facility. Centrally located on the main quad of the campus, it is one of the largest academic buildings at the university and houses an array of specialized teaching and research facilities.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 18 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,100 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service. Please visit the Radford University website at https://www.radford.edu for more information.

Ph.D. in English, with a specialization in PTW and expertise in PTW technologies and digital writing; or a Ph.D. in Professional or Technical Writing, with a specialization in PTW technologies and digital writing. Degree must be in hand by the start of employment in August 2025.