Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of English

Position Title:

Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of English

Compensation:

$40,000 - $45,000

Department:

English

Start Date:

01/11/2027

About this opportunity:

Ball State University is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track
position for an Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor
of English beginning January 2027 to teach four classes each
semester primarily in our award-winning writing program. This
position will be a one-year contract with possibility of
renewal.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be
employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach four classes each semester primarily in our award-winning
writing program.

Instructors may also be assigned to teach courses in English
Education, literature, creative writing, applied linguistics, or
professional writing depending on faculty expertise and
departmental needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or

related field from an accredited college or university by date of
appointment and at least one year experience teaching writing at
the college level

(Rank/title: Assistant Lecturer with MA.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• ABD or terminal degree in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or

related field from an accredited college or university by date of
appointment

• Three or more years’ experience teaching writing at the college

level

• Experience with teaching or scholarship in one or more of these

areas: Early American Literature, English Education (with
experience teaching ELA in middle and/or high school and/or
experience in secondary writing instruction), Digital Humanities,
Queer Theory, and/or Professional Writing

(Rank/title: Assistant Teaching Professor with terminal
degree.)

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact:

Molly Ferguson at (765) 285-2886.

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required
supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the
Autofill feature for resume:

• Curriculum Vitae
• In support of your application for this position, please

prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your
qualifications and experience align with the elements of the
position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter,
please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have
demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional
endeavors.

Applications must be received by November 16, 2026, at 12:01
AM.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing
professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why
we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid
parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant
moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust
long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of
retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your
family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and
personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of
your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or
children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer
is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do
our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a
calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.

Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and
download our calculator spreadsheet.

Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of
life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the
advantages of a university community with the accessibility and
affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and
culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare,
athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s
MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access
relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working
options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them
get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility
requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should
review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility,
available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community
partnerships aligns with Destination 2040:
Our Flight Path , the University’s strategic plan. The plan
calls our University to work with community partners to promote
talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East
Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of
the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through
MakeMyMove .