JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Join Florida Polytechnic University, Florida’s All-STEM public university and the #1 public college in the South, as a Full-Time OPS Visiting Instructor in English!
In this role, you will have the opportunity to support and inspire high-achieving undergraduate students pursuing degrees in mathematics, science, and engineering. Through engaging, face-to-face instruction in courses such as Professional and Technical Writing (ENC 2210), you will help students strengthen the communication and writing skills essential to their academic and professional success.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Appointment Details
- Start Date: January 4, 2027
- End Date: May 5, 2027
- Appointment Type: Full-Time OPS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Face-to-face course development and delivery skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Past experience teaching technical, professional, scientific, environmental, risk, or health communication preferred.
- Master’s degree in English, Communication, or closely related field from an accredited institution with at least 18 credit hours in the discipline.
APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE:
- Positions are open until filled (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, submit PDFs of the following documents through the Florida Polytechnic Careers Website:
- Letter of Application that addresses your teaching experience or philosophy.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of at least 3 professional references
- Unofficial copy of transcripts for the highest degree earned. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be submitted with the application.
ABOUT FLORIDA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Florida Polytechnic University, opened in 2014 as the state’s STEM-focused public university, offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees with intentional industry connections. Dedicated to preparing students to make significant contributions and become leaders in STEM fields, Florida Poly integrates foundational STEM knowledge and skills with applied, project-based learning. The University prioritizes hands-on learning in small classes guided by world class faculty who serve as instructors, mentors, and researchers.
Florida Poly’s ultra-modern campus is located in Lakeland, along the I-4 High Tech Corridor between Tampa and Orlando. With no state income tax and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.
ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:
Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission.
Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.
FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION
Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.
Health benefits are administered through People First , on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.
RETIREMENT
Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click Here for more information.
OTHER BENEFITS
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Discounts & Perks
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Annual Leave
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- To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a
generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid
holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave.
In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our
University Holidays policy FPU-1.008 .
- To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a
generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid
holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave.
In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our
University Holidays policy FPU-1.008 .
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Sick Leave
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- Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick
leave and participate in our
Sick Pool Program .
- Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick
leave and participate in our
Sick Pool Program .
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Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Conveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland is home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businesses and attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:
Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.
An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.
This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.