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Assistant Professor of Professional & Technical Writing
- 501782
- Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH
- Academic
- Faculty - Regular
Title: Assistant Professor of Professional & Technical Writing
Department Org: English - 101010
Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The University of Toledo Department of English Language and Literature invites applications for a tenure-track position in Writing Studies and Composition with a specialization in Professional and Technical Writing. The successful candidate must have a strong grounding in the theory and practice of writing; additional knowledge in Writing Program Assessment and Administration is desired. We expect this position to help lead a revision of our Professional and Technical Writing program to respond to emerging professional challenges including the emergence of generative AI, and to help research and build a program of professional development for managing AI in writing courses. Duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in writing theory and practice as well as general education writing courses, participation in the administration of our Composition program, and serving as an advocate for Composition across the university and in the community.
Applicants will be expected to provide a CV, a letter of application including discussion of research interests and teaching and administrative experience, at least three letters of reference, and a sample of their scholarly writing. The position will begin in August, 2027; review will begin on December 11th and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact Andrew Mattison, Chair of the English Department, at andrew.mattison@utoledo.edu.
Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate should demonstrate commitment to excellence in research and teaching and will have earned the PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or a related field by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Publications or externally funded research in professional and technical writing, the teaching of writing, or digital rhetorics is preferred. Experience in Writing Program Administration is also preferred.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
Assistant Professor of Professional & Technical Writing
- 501782
- Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH
- Academic
- Faculty - Regular
Title: Assistant Professor of Professional & Technical Writing
Department Org: English - 101010
Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The University of Toledo Department of English Language and Literature invites applications for a tenure-track position in Writing Studies and Composition with a specialization in Professional and Technical Writing. The successful candidate must have a strong grounding in the theory and practice of writing; additional knowledge in Writing Program Assessment and Administration is desired. We expect this position to help lead a revision of our Professional and Technical Writing program to respond to emerging professional challenges including the emergence of generative AI, and to help research and build a program of professional development for managing AI in writing courses. Duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in writing theory and practice as well as general education writing courses, participation in the administration of our Composition program, and serving as an advocate for Composition across the university and in the community.
Applicants will be expected to provide a CV, a letter of application including discussion of research interests and teaching and administrative experience, at least three letters of reference, and a sample of their scholarly writing. The position will begin in August, 2027; review will begin on December 11th and continue until the position is filled.
For more information, contact Andrew Mattison, Chair of the English Department, at andrew.mattison@utoledo.edu.
Minimum Qualifications:
The candidate should demonstrate commitment to excellence in research and teaching and will have earned the PhD in Rhetoric and Composition or a related field by the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Publications or externally funded research in professional and technical writing, the teaching of writing, or digital rhetorics is preferred. Experience in Writing Program Administration is also preferred.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
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The qualifications that appear most often in technical writing manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of technical writing experience with at least 2 in a lead or management role
- Proven ability to manage and mentor a team of technical writers
- Experience developing and enforcing documentation style guides and standards
- Proficiency with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Confluence, or docs-as-code systems
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering, product, and UX teams
- Bachelor's degree in English, communications, computer science, or a related field
Tips for Your Technical Writing Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for documentation programs
Hiring managers want to see that you've owned a documentation program end to end, not just written docs. Highlight how you built style guides, hired writers, set toolchain standards, or reduced support tickets through better content.
Show portfolio impact at the team level
A technical writing manager portfolio differs from a writer's. Include examples of content audits you led, team workflows you redesigned, or metrics like time-to-publish improvements. Solo writing samples alone won't land a manager role.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists technical writing manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your tools explicitly
Job listings that call out specific tools like DITA, Oxygen XML, MadCap Flare, or docs-as-code pipelines are signaling a mature documentation team. If you have that stack, lead with it in your application materials.
Prepare for a cross-functional leadership interview
Expect questions about aligning documentation priorities with engineering roadmaps, managing stakeholder pushback, and building the case for headcount. Practice answers with concrete examples from past roles, not hypotheticals.
Negotiate scope before negotiating compensation
Before accepting an offer, clarify team size, reporting structure, and whether the role owns tooling budget. A technical writing manager title can mean managing two contractors or leading a department of twelve, and that gap shapes every part of the job.
Technical Writing Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most technical writing managers?
The companies hiring the most technical writing managers right now include L3Harris, Nayax, and Miller, with the largest share of openings in California, Ohio, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Software, defense, and medical device companies consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many technical writing manager jobs are remote?
About 25% of technical writing manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the documentation field's strong shift toward distributed teams. Roles focused on content strategy, API documentation, and developer experience tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to hardware or regulated industries often require on-site presence.
How do you become a technical writing manager?
Most technical writing managers start as senior individual contributors, then move into lead roles that involve mentoring junior writers or owning a documentation workstream. From there, the path typically involves taking on hiring responsibilities, managing a small team, and demonstrating that you can align documentation strategy with product and engineering priorities. Building expertise in a specific domain, such as developer tools or medical devices, accelerates the transition.
Can I get a technical writing manager job with no prior management experience?
Some employers will hire strong senior technical writers into their first management role, especially at smaller companies or startups building out a documentation function from scratch. To compete without a formal management title, highlight any experience leading doc initiatives, onboarding contractors, reviewing others' work, or driving cross-team documentation projects. A portfolio that shows program ownership, not just writing craft, is what distinguishes these candidates.
What does the technical writing manager interview process look like?
The interview process for a technical writing manager role typically includes a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on team leadership and documentation strategy, and a panel round with engineering or product stakeholders. Many employers add a portfolio review or a take-home exercise asking you to audit existing docs or propose a team workflow improvement. References from former direct reports or cross-functional partners carry significant weight at the offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to technical writing manager jobs?
You can find and apply to technical writing manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that fit your experience and preferences, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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