Assistant Professor for Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing

Gulf University for Science and Technology

Employer Active

Posted 8 hrs ago

Experience

3 - 8 Years

Job Location

Kuwait - Kuwait

Education

Bachelor of Education, Master of Education(Education), Ph.D/Doctorate

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Description

The Department of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Sciences at GUST invites applicants for a full-time faculty position in Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing starting in Fall 2026. The ideal candidate should hold a PhD in Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing with additional evidence of credentials and experience in TESOL and provide evidence of continuous current professional activity, including publications in academic journals. The State of Kuwait does not recognize degrees from online universities.
The successful candidate will teach Academic English and Freshman Composition to undergraduate students. The teaching load will be split between the three courses based on the needs of the Department. In addition to teaching and service, it is expected to maintain an increasingly significant professional and/or scholarly practice.

Minimum Qualifications

The applicant should have completed a PhD in Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing or any related field from a reputable North American or European university with at least three years of teaching experience after the doctoral degree. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills in English must be ambitious, self-motivated, hard-working, with the ability to work both individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team where scientific creativity is essential.
Candidates should use technology in all aspects of their teaching and possess experience using a variety of online platforms and teaching tools, implement current teaching and assessment of student learning practices, foster a successful learning environment for all students. Candidates should possess the ability to actively participate in faculty committees and are expected to publish high-quality research in leading peer-reviewed journals.

Gulf University for Science & Technology (GUST)

Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) was established in 2002 as Kuwait's first private American-model liberal arts university. GUST currently offers several programs in Arts and Sciences and Business, including an MBA degree. GUST is internationally accredited by various bodies, including QAA (English Department), ABET/CAC (Computer Science), ACA (Mass Communication), AACSB (Business), NOSS (Foundation Program Unit), and CEA (Foundation Program in English).
The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to achieving excellence in teaching, impactful research, and collaborative relationships with local and regional communities, all in an active learning environment that promotes leadership, ethics, practical skills, and entrepreneurial spirit. The Department of English at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with majors in Education, Literature and Linguistics, and Translation. The department currently serves a vibrant community of students who develop advanced language proficiency, critical thinking, and analytical skills through a rigorous and diverse curriculum. The English Department fosters an engaging and supportive academic environment that emphasizes both scholarly inquiry and practical application. The department and university are accredited nationally and internationally, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence.

Desired Candidate Profile

The applicant should have completed a PhD in Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing or any related field from a reputable North American or European university with at least three years of teaching experience after the doctoral degree. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills in English must be ambitious, self-motivated, hard-working, with the ability to work both individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team where scientific creativity is essential.

Candidates should use technology in all aspects of their teaching and possess experience using a variety of online platforms and teaching tools, implement current teaching and assessment of student learning practices, foster a successful learning environment for all students. Candidates should possess the ability to actively participate in faculty committees and are expected to publish high-quality research in leading peer-reviewed journals.

Company Industry

  • Education
  • Training
  • Teaching
  • Academics

Department / Functional Area

  • Teaching
  • Education

Keywords

  • Assistant Professor For Composition/Rhetoric/Academic Writing

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Gulf University for Science and Technology

Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) was established in 2002 as Kuwait's first private American-model liberal arts university. GUST currently offers several programs in Arts and Sciences and Business, including an MBA degree. GUST is internationally accredited by various bodies, including QAA (English Department), ABET/CAC (Computer Science), ACA (Mass Communication), AACSB (Business), NOSS (Foundation Program Unit), and CEA (Foundation Program in English).

The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to achieving excellence in teaching, impactful research, and collaborative relationships with local and regional communities, all in an active learning environment that promotes leadership, ethics, practical skills, and entrepreneurial spirit. The Department of English at the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST) offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with majors in Education, Literature and Linguistics, and Translation. The department currently serves a vibrant community of students who develop advanced language proficiency, critical thinking, and analytical skills through a rigorous and diverse curriculum. The English Department fosters an engaging and supportive academic environment that emphasizes both scholarly inquiry and practical application. The department and university are accredited nationally and internationally, ensuring the highest standards of academic excellence.

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