Visiting Asst Professor of Instruction (Finance)
The Department of English at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg Campus seeks to hire a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning Visiting Assistant Professors of Instruction for the St. Petersburg campus to start August 7, 2025. These visiting positions are for the 2025-2026 academic year with possible extension for a second and/or third year. Salary is $50,000 with first class benefit package available.
When applying, please attach the following as one combined PDF:
• Cover letter
• CV
• 1-page teaching philosophy
• Provide names and contact information for three (3) references
This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law,
applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For ADA accommodations, please contact Jennifer Woroner at woronerj@usf.edu at least five working days prior to need.Minimum Qualifications: MFA or PhD in Creative Writing (e.g., from an accredited institution by August 7, 2025), experience teaching Composition and Creative Writing. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor o f Instruction.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Creative Writing from an accredited institution by start date; experience teaching both Composition and Creative Writing at the post-secondary level.
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ( hr-ADA-Request@usf.edu ) to coordinate your accommodation request.The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.
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Working at USF
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With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.
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To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here .RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching load is 4/4 with primary teaching responsibilities in First Year Composition and Creative Writing. Courses are capped at 19 students.
