[Jobs] ryerson engilsh

[jeremy hunsinger]

Ryerson University

Location: Ontario 
Date posted: 2010-09-22

Ryerson University 

Located in the heart of Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in the country, Ryerson University is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The university is known for innovative programs built on the integration of theoretical and practically oriented learning. Our undergraduate and graduate programs are distinguished by a professionally focused curriculum and strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities. Ryerson is also a leader in adult learning, with the largest university-based continuing education school in Canada. The Department of English (www.ryerson.ca/english) invites applications for 2 positions - 1 in Digital Humanities and 1 in Rhetoric, at the Assistant Professor rank, effective August 1, 2011, subject to final budgetary approval. For the Digital Humanities position, the required qualifications include an earned PhD and a record of excellent research and teaching. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong research record in digital humanities and literary studies, relevant teaching experience, and the potential to lead the Department in developing its digital projects. For the Rhetoric position, the required qualifications include an earned PhD in Rhetoric, English or a related discipline, and a demonstrated record of excellent research and teaching. We are seeking a scholar with a focus in rhetorical theory, history and criticism, whose research and teaching might fulfil one or more of the following areas of specialization: rhetoric of race, ethnicity, sex, gender or sexuality; rhetoric of science and technology; visual rhetoric; literary rhetoric; rhetoric of religion; culture and media; writing and composition. The successful candidates for both positions will conduct research and teach in programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. On our campus, located in downtown Toronto, we teach a diverse range of students in a dynamic environment that fosters interdisciplinary opportunities and creative pedagogies. The Department offers a BA in English (launching September 2011) and an MA in Literatures of Modernity. We also contribute to 3 inter-departmental programs: a humanities BA in Arts and Contemporary Studies, and graduate programs in Communication and Culture (MA/PhD) and Immigration and Settlement Studies (MA). The current teaching load is 2/3 with further release for graduate supervisions. Applicants should submit a letter describing their areas of research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, 3 confidential letters of reference, a sample of their research, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to: Dr. Dennis Denisoff, Chair, Department of English, Ryerson University, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2K3. Confidential inquiries can be directed to the Chair at denisoff at ryerson.ca. The review of applications will begin December 1, 2010 and will continue until the positions are filled. Please note that applications by fax or e-mail will not be accepted. These positions fall under the Ryerson Faculty Association (www.ryerson.ca/~rfa) jurisdiction. For details on the Ryerson Faculty Association Collective Agreement and the University's RFA Benefits Summary, please visithttp://www.ryerson.ca/teaching/employment_resources/rfa.html andhttp://www.ryerson.ca/hr/working/etoolkit/benefits/rfa/ respectively. Ryerson University has an employment equity program and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women. Members of designated groups are encouraged to self-identify. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.


Jeremy Hunsinger
Center for Digital Discourse and Culture
Political Science
Virginia Tech



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