Faculty: Robert W. Plaster School of Business - Asst./Assoc. Professor of Professional Writing

Working at Cedarville University is more than a job, it's a calling. A call to help equip students to go into the world and do great things for the Kingdom. A call to use the gifts God has given you to make the most of every day. A call to work as unto the Lord. God is doing great things at Cedarville University and we are excited for you to be part of it.

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The Cedarville University Department of Communication in the Robert W. Plaster School of Business invites applications for a tenure track-eligible Assistant/Associate Professor of Professional Writing to teach in the Professional Writing and Information Design (PWID) major. This program has courses focused on editing and publishing, copywriting, technical writing, and publication writing. The ideal candidate will be able to teach in the copywriting or technical writing areas.

Additional expectations include academic advising, professional development, scholarly activity in the field, university service, and a formal paper on Biblical integration of faith, learning, and teaching. The faculty member will also continually evaluate the PWID curriculum and work to make adjustments as the field evolves. The teaching load is twenty-four credit hours (4/4), or the equivalent, each academic year of two semesters.

This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials and other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position is pending budget approval and is located in Cedarville, Ohio.

Position Requirements:

• Ph.D. or MA in Professional Writing, Technical Communication, or related field.
• Experience writing within organizations is desired.
• Qualified applicants will have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Qualified applicants must be committed to biblical integration in and out of the classroom.
• Qualified applicants must be born-again Christians with a personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Qualified applicants must agree with and be willing to abide by Cedarville University's. Doctrinal Statement, Community Covenant, and General Workplace Standards.

We Offer an Exceptional Employee Experience:

• A commitment to Scripture that informs everything we do –transforming lives through excellent education and equipping students to stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. We are a mission-led, Christian institution with numerous opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• An excellent and comprehensive employee benefits program for eligible employees and their families.
• Meaningful Christian community and fellowship among students, faculty, and staff.
• A beautiful, well-maintained campus with modern facilities in the serene, family-oriented town of Cedarville, Ohio.
• Free access to our first-class Athletic and Recreation Facilities.
• Free employee parking.
• Free access to Centennial Library campus resources.
• Campus Bookstore and Campus Dining Hall discounts.
• Opportunities to foster growth through chapel and other university-sponsored events.
• Opportunities to share the gospel worldwide through Global Outreach mission trips.

Contact Information:

Applicants should submit a cover letter with their CV as a single file in the employment application portal. All official inquiries should be directed to Jennifer Cochran, SHRM-CP, Director of Academic Human Resource Services. Position-specific inquiries should be directed to Professor Derrick Green, Chair, Department of Communication or Nick Carrington, Associate Professor of Professional Writing.

Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.