Council of Writing Program Administrators

LECTURESHIPS IN COMPOSITION, WRITING PROGRAM, University of California, Santa Barbara

Deadline for primary consideration, November 9, 2007; however, positions are open until filled.

The UCSB Writing Program invites applications for the 2008-2009 academic year for LECTURERS in composition. Lecturers teach lower division courses, including courses for EOP students, and advanced writing courses in the humanities, social sciences and various professional areas. We are particularly interested in lecturers who can teach professional writing (business, technical, journalistic) as well as academic writing. Demonstrated excellence in university teaching required; research, publication, or other professional activity relevant to the teaching of writing preferred. Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree required; exceptions may be made for comparable experience. Full-time Lecturers hired in this national search may receive two-year contracts with possibility of renewal, potentially leading to continuing appointment status. Salaries vary with training and experience and include full benefits. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to UC policy and any appropriate collective bargaining agreement. For more information, please visit our web site, www.writing.ucsb.edu.

Send letter of application, CV, and letters of reference to: Chair; Writing Program Appointments Committee; University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3010. (No electronic submissions, please, but do provide an email address.) The program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through teaching, professional development activities, and service. For primary consideration applications must be postmarked no later than November 9, 2007. An EEO/AA Employer.