Employment

The Wabash College Rhetoric Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position to begin July 1, 2026. Expertise and training in rhetorical studies is required, and preference will be given to PhDs in Communication. The area of research specialization is open, but candidates must demonstrate pedagogical depth in argumentation theory. PhD required by the start of appointment, but ABD candidates are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and research in the broad intellectual community of an undergraduate, residential liberal arts setting. Teaching responsibilities consist of teaching three courses per semester, including public speaking, reasoning and advocacy (RHE 201, a required course for rhetoric majors at Wabash College), advanced electives in area of specialization, senior seminar, and all-college courses. An ability to teach classical rhetoric (RHE 320) and/or argumentation and debate (RHE 140) is a plus.

The Rhetoric Department has four full-time faculty and a strong culture of innovative pedagogy, collegiality and mentoring, and research. Wabash College offers competitive salaries and benefits, with substantial support for professional travel and research as well as continued professional development orientations and workshops for all faculty. In the pre-tenure years, this position’s appointment is as a Byron K. Trippet professor, which provides additional teaching and research support. Further information about the department can be obtained from https://www.wabash.edu/academics/rhetoric.

About Wabash College

Founded in 1832, Wabash College is a private, independent, residential four-year liberal arts college with a mission to “educate men to think critically, act responsibly, lead effectively, and live humanely.” The College invests significant resources to ensure students can participate in off-campus and international immersion learning experiences. Wabash has opportunities and close connections to the local community and has recently been awarded multiple grants to support community engagement and collaboration, with supported opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. Our 92-acre wooded campus is in Crawfordsville, Indiana. Crawfordsville is a growing and vibrant community with easy access to outdoor recreation and is a 50-minute drive west of Indianapolis.

Amid a strategic transformation to advance the success of first-generation students and students from low-income families, Wabash College is committed to attracting and effectively supporting faculty and staff with a demonstrated commitment to supporting student success. Approximately 25% of our students are federal Pell Grant recipients, one-third of our students are first-generation college students, and about 20% of our students identify as domestic students of color. Candidate will ideally demonstrate experience with, and interest in, working with these students. Wabash offers a broad range of academic and cultural programs open to all members of the Wabash community with the goal of providing a rich educational environment. Wabash is a top-60 Liberal Arts College according to U.S. News, and a member of Colleges That Change Lives. Many students, staff, and faculty find the close-knit community of the residential college one of the most rewarding aspects of joining the Wabash College community.

Application Process

To apply, go to www.wabash.edu/employment and hit the “Apply Now” button. The application dossier should consist of:

• Letter of application that in part addresses qualifications for teaching argumentation theory
• Curriculum vita
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Names and email addresses for three persons who will submit confidential letters or recommendation electronically

Inquiries about the position may be sent to Dr. Jennifer Abbott, Chair at abbottj@wabash.edu. Application questions may be sent to Ms. Julia Phipps, Academic Administrative Coordinator, phippsj@wabash.edu. Review of materials will begin on October 10, 2025.

Wabash College, a liberal arts college for men, seeks faculty and staff who are committed to providing quality engagement with students, high levels of academic challenge and support, and meaningful experiences that prepare students for life and leadership among diverse populations around the globe. Wabash is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds.