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Adjunct (English)

  • College of Arts & Sciences
  • Adjunct

Position Title: Adjunct (English)

Department: English

Campus Location: Washburn University

Application Deadline:  Application review will begin as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled.

Position Summary: Washburn University's department of English invites applications for Fall 2025 adjunct faculty.

Each selected candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to pursuing teaching excellence at Washburn University, including a dedication to developing teaching practices that engage students from all backgrounds. 

Essential Functions:
Teach: EN 101, Introductory College Writing and/or EN 200, Intermediate College Writing and/or EN 103 Academic Reading and Research.

Required Qualifications:
• Master's degree or higher in English or a closely-related field with 18 graduate credit hours of coursework in English.
• Demonstrated dedication to developing teaching practices that engage students from all backgrounds.
• Official educational transcripts are required during the offer process.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Inquiries pertaining to this recruitment may be directed to department Chair, Melanie Burdick melanie.burdick@washburn.edu.  

Background Check Required

Washburn University is committed to providing an environment for individuals to pursue educational and employment opportunities free from discrimination and/or harassment. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status.

Washburn University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants for employment. If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please email benefits@washburn.edu or call 785-670-1538 at least five (5) business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation.

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