Rhetoric and Composition (Open-Rank Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty)

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Rhetoric and Composition (Open-Rank Tenured or Tenure Track Faculty)

Salary

$73,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually

Location

Dobbs Ferry, NY

Job Type

Full Time Faculty

Job Number

00839

Division

School of Liberal Arts

Department

School of Liberal Arts

Opening Date

11/21/2024

Union Status

Non-Union

• Description

• Benefits

Job Posting Summary

Mercy University (NY) invites applications for an open-rank tenured or tenure-track faculty position with specialization in Rhetoric and Composition to begin September 2025 (4/4 teaching load). We seek applicants who demonstrate the multicultural competence and awareness to teach diverse student populations at the largest private Hispanic-Serving Institution in New York State. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in dynamic, equity-driven undergraduate teaching, and ideally, familiarity with basic writing and co-requisite models of first-year composition. Applicants with scholarship and expertise in the areas of first-year writing (including areas of antiracist teaching and assessment, multilingualism, and/or disability studies) and WAC/WID are especially encouraged to apply. Mercy has a new model of Gen Ed that delivers writing intensive courses and that looks to promote best practices in the teaching and tutoring of writing through collaborative opportunities, such as within the Center for Academic Excellence and Innovation.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Responsibilities include the teaching of in-person first-year composition courses on our Dobbs Ferry campus (and on our Bronx or Manhattan campuses as needed)

• Contributing to curriculum development and initiatives around first-year composition and Writing Across the Curriculum

• Teaching areas may also include upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses depending on departmental need and the candidate’s qualifications and interests

• Service to the Department, English Program, School of Liberal Arts, and University is also required

• Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• An active research agenda in writing studies

• Experience teaching first-year writing as an instructor of record

• Exceptional communication skills

  Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience in writing programs or writing center administration is highly desirable, as the candidate will help lead curriculum design and/or instructor training within the first-year writing program and across the university.

  Education Requirements:

• A Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition by appointment date is required

  Mercy University is a nonsectarian, nonprofit New York metropolitan area institution offering over 90 undergraduate and graduate programs. The University has an enrollment of approximately 9000 students from diverse backgrounds across four campuses in Westchester County and New York City. As Mercy proudly serves a diverse student body and is a Federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, faculty are dedicated to providing students with access to a transformative education though academic quality and robust student support.

  A complete application will include a cover letter addressing the applicant’s qualifications; curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; the names, addresses, and contact information for at least three professional references; and copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the purpose of application). Finalists will be required to submit three current letters of reference. Applicants are required to apply via Mercy’s HR site by January 15, 2025 for full consideration.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023)

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Agency

Mercy University

Address

555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

Phone

914-674-7839

Website

http://www.mercy.edu

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