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Assistant Professor of Rhetoric & Composition
Wells College
Aurora, NY
05/19/2023
| Institution | Wells College |
| Location | Aurora, NY |
| Position | Assistant Professor of Rhetoric & Composition |
| Job Description | Wells College seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Rhetoric & Composition with experience in first-year writing program design and administration, to begin in the fall of 2023. We desire a colleague with current fluency in dynamic approaches to first-year writing pedagogy in the shifting landscape of higher education. A Ph.D. in Rhetoric & Composition or a related field is preferred by the time of appointment. The qualified candidate will teach a 3/3 load of both first-year writing courses and specialized courses in rhetorical studies, professional/technical writing, and/or other rhetoric-specific courses in service of our liberal arts curriculum–largely to be determined by the candidate’s area of expertise. Preference may be given to scholars and practitioners in the area of developmental writing. Wells College is a private, four-year, Liberal Arts college located on Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes region of New York, on the unceded lands of the Cayuga Nation. We strive to embody a culture of belonging that empowers all to thrive. Our student body includes 35% of students identifying as a student of color and 32% who are first-generation college students. We are actively seeking to increase faculty and staff diversity. It is expected this professor will contribute to a culture of community and to reimagine our first-year writing program with this aim in mind. The mission of Wells College is to educate students to think critically, reason wisely, and act humanely as they cultivate meaningful lives. The Wells experience prepares students to appreciate complexity and difference, to embrace new ways of knowing, to be creative, and to respond ethically to the interdependent worlds to which they belong. Committed to excellence in all areas of its reach, Wells College equips students for lifelong learning and for sharing the privileges of education with others. Successful candidates will provide evidence of innovative teaching, investigative learning, conscientious advising, and their own continuing body of intellectual work. Applications should be submitted online at www.wells.edu/employment and include a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, the names and contact information of three references, a brief teaching philosophy statement, research statement, and a brief diversity statement including ways of engaging students outside of the classroom. Review of applications will begin June 1st and will continue until the position is filled. College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all person regardless of (but not limited to) race, color, religions, ethic or national origin, sex, age, varying physical and mental abilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or political beliefs. The College is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination. Please apply at www.wells.edu/employment. |
| Expiration Date | 08312023 |
| Choice | No |
| Contactperson | Human Resources |
| HR@wells.edu |
Writing Program Lecturer
University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
05/19/2023
| Institution | University of California Santa Barbara |
| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Position | Writing Program Lectureship |
| Job Description | Writing Program Lectureship University of California Santa Barbara Position overview Salary range: See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $64,329 - $70,295 annually. Percent appointments may vary. Application Window Open date: May 5, 2023 Next review date: Monday, May 29, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Sunday, Mar 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The University of California, Santa Barbara, Writing Program invites applications for full-time lecturers to join a vibrant and dynamic program, beginning in the 2023-24 academic year. Lecturers teach lower- and upper-division courses, including introductory writing courses for a variety of students and advanced courses in academic, interdisciplinary, civic, and professional areas. The Writing Program has a professional writing minor with six emphases. Additionally, Writing Program lecturers are integrally involved in program governance, development, and innovation. Full-time lecturers hired in this search may receive contracts with the possibility of renewal up to six years; at the sixth year, a lecturer may be considered for a continuing appointment, which is an ongoing contract with merit reviews every three years. Salaries are competitive and vary depending upon training and experience; appointments include full benefits. Positions are pending funding approval. For information about the UCSB Writing Program, which has received a CCCC Writing Program Certificate of Excellence, please visit our website, www.writing.ucsb.edu. UC Santa Barbara has been ranked as one of the top 25 research universities in the world and includes nationally- and internationally-recognized programs in the humanities, sciences, and engineering. Located on California's Central Coast, UC Santa Barbara provides high-quality education in a beautiful setting. Applicants will be selected according to the quality of their experience teaching writing; their knowledge of the field of rhetoric and composition; and their experience as writers in both academic and professional contexts. The Program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. Interested applicants must upload required materials to https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02442. Preliminary interviews will be conducted by Zoom. Deadline for primary consideration is May 29, 2023. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have a terminal degree (e.g., MFA, MBA, PhD) or must have completed all requirements for a PhD except for the dissertation, at the time of application. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) One year of college-level teaching experience. PhD conferred by the appt start date. Preferred qualifications Experience teaching first-year or upper-division writing; experience teaching technical and/or professional writing (such as scientific, journalistic, technical, business and/or legal writing); experience teaching digital media and/or online writing; and/or experience teaching writing to diverse student populations and to international students. PhD in Composition and Rhetoric. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3-5 references. Candidates selected for an interview will have their references contacted when the interview is scheduled. Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02442 Help contact: mbaker@hfa.ucsb.edu Campus Information The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs - With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Job location Santa Barbara, California To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02442 Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-a485de0ddfc18d4cae7dec48f01c66e9 |
| Expiration Date | 3/31/24 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Human Resources |
| noemails@jobelephant.com |
First-Year Writing Lecturer Job Description
Boise State University
Boise, ID
05/19/2023
| Institution | Boise State University |
| Location | Boise, ID |
| Position | First-Year Writing Lecturer |
| Job Description | The Boise State University First-Year Writing Program, a leader in innovation, collaboration, and scholarship, invites applications for the position of Lecturer. We seek educators who are energized by the possibilities of first-year writing to join our community. We encourage creative thinking throughout our program and seek colleagues who are interested in exploring innovations in first-year writing pedagogy and staffing. We are specifically interested in candidates who can teach and manage high-enrollment, high-impact (HE/HI) courses in a variety of modalities. Our two-part first-year writing course sequence focuses on inquiry, reflection, rhetorical awareness, writing transfer, ongoing research, and extensive writing in non-fiction real-world genres. Faculty in the First-Year Writing program work toward the same course learning outcomes and common student experiences that reflect best practices for first-year writing. The position is a renewable nine-month, non-tenure accruing appointment. Lecturers in this position are expected to have a high degree of knowledge in first-year writing pedagogy and theory in order to explore the best practices of our discipline and to provide mentorship and support to others. Applicants should have an interest in large, complex projects involving various stakeholders, and they should have strong communication, organization, and time management skills. First-year writing faculty receive mentorship and professional development and they will benefit from joining a well-established teaching mentorship program. First-Year Writing Lecturers join an active community and play a vital role in Boise State’s new First Year Experience initiative. We have more than one available position. Remote options are potentially available. https://jobs.boisestate.edu/en-us/job/497586/lecturer-first-year-writing-program |
| Expiration Date | 05/19/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Lana Kuchta |
| lanakuchta@boisestate.edu |
Lecturer
Columbia University
New York, New York
04/19/2023
| Institution | Columbia University |
| Location | New York, NY |
| Position | Lecturer in Discipline |
| Job Description | The Columbia University Undergraduate Writing Program (UWP) in the Department of English and Comparative Literature invites applications for one-year and three-year Lecturer in Discipline positions to begin July 1, 2023. UWP Lecturers teach first-year writing and assist the directors in developing theme-based first-year writing courses in collaboration with Columbia's faculty. The Undergraduate Writing Program is located in the Department of English and Comparative Literature. The "University Writing" course is part of Columbia University's Core Curriculum, which is required of all first-year students in Columbia College, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, the School of General Studies, and the Jewish Theological Seminary. Information about the UWP and University Writing is available at http://www.college.columbia.edu/core/uwp. We particularly seek faculty with expertise in Writing Studies (including all subspecialties, but especially writing center studies). We currently teach sections of our first-year writing course in each of the following thematic areas: American studies climate humanities data and society gender and sexuality studies film and performing arts human rights law and justice medical humanities race and ethnicity urban studies writing for multilingual learners Please foreground in your letter of application your background in teaching writing and which thematic area(s) you are most qualified to lead. You also may suggest other broad areas of inquiry that are not on this list. The initial term of appointment for the three-year position is one academic year with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional years, contingent on satisfactory performance. The expected lecturer course load is 3-3. UWP courses are capped at 14 students per section. Lecturers may also mentor 3-4 graduate students each semester, providing feedback on syllabi, leading professional development workshops and holding individualized meetings in office hours. Depending upon instructional need, some lecturers may be permitted to replace one class with work as a Writing Center consultant. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The start date for these positions is 7/1/23. Teaching begins in fall 2023. Application Process This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Pay Transparency Disclosure The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Link to apply: http://apply.interfolio.com/122383 |
| Expiration Date | Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Mr. John Stobo, Administrative Assistant |
| jrs9@columbia.edu |
Asst. Director, Writing Across the Curriculum
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities, MN
04/19/2023
| Institution | University of Minnesota |
| Location | Twin Cities, Minnesota |
| Position | Asst. Director, Writing Across the Curriculum |
| Job Description | The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities has opened a search for an Assistant Director of a well-established Writing Across the Curriculum Program composed of the pioneering intradisciplinary Writing-Enriched Curriculum Program (WEC) and the multifaceted interdisciplinary Teaching with Writing Program (TWW). The Assistant Director provides campus-wide instructional support services to undergraduate and graduate faculty/instructor populations who assign various modes of writing. For the WEC Program, they serve as lead contact, facilitator, and resource for a “caseload” of 10–20 undergraduate-enrolling departments and programs engaged in a process of developing, implementing, and assessing comprehensive Undergraduate Writing Plans. For TWW, they design, facilitate, and assess instructional support workshops and research-based discussions, develop instructional support resources, lead writing retreats, and conduct instructional consultations. In addition, this position includes the possibility of teaching one course per semester (two per year) in the University’s Department of Writing Studies. Other responsibilities are described via the application link. This position serves also as a core member of the WAC team and is suited to people who feel able to toggle between close collaboration and independent responsibility. Responsibilities balance administrative behind-the-scenes tasks with faculty/instructor-facing programming and consulting. We welcome applications from candidates who prize opportunities to both investigate and support effective writing instruction across academic disciplines, to facilitate quietly radical curricular and pedagogic transformations, and to join our collaborative team. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission and is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. All WAC team positions are annually renewable; salary is commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications. We will conduct a first round of interviews via Zoom. Please apply online via the employment system: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/355103 (Job #355103). The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering 53,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Our campus spreads across the heart of a vibrant, arts-rich, diverse, and eminently livable metropolitan community. For more information, see http://umn.edu. |
| Expiration Date | 6/1/2023: |
| Choice | No |
| Contactperson | Heidi Solomonson |
| wac@umn.edu |
Postdoctoral Teaching Associate
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
03/21/2023
| Institution | Northeastern University |
| Location | Boston, MA |
| Position | Postdoctoral Teaching Associate |
| Job Description | Northeastern University’s Writing Program is currently hiring several Postdoctoral Teaching Associates for 2-year, full-time positions. Applications are due April 15. Postdocs teach a 3/3 course load and have many opportunities to advance their pedagogical training, professional development, and research agendas. Please feel free to contact Neal Lerner, English Department Chair (n.lerner@northeastern.edu), or our Writing Program Director and Search Committee Chair, Laurie Nardone (l.nardone@northeastern.edu) with any questions. https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Postdoctoral-Teaching-Associate_R113474 |
| Expiration Date | 04/15/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Neal Lerner |
| lerner.n@gmail.com |
Professional Track Faculty (open rank)
University of South Carolina Center for Business Communication
Columbia, SC
03/21/2023
| Institution | University of South Carolina Center for Business Communication |
| Location | Columbia, SC |
| Position | Professional Track Faculty (open rank) |
| Job Description | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/140991 The Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina seeks two professional track faculty to teach business communication. These are nine-month, renewable appointments that include teaching 6 sections (PhD-level) or 7 sections (MA-level) of MGMT 250 (Professional Communication) per year with the possibility of teaching up to two overload sections per year for additional pay. MGMT 250: Professional Communication is our required undergraduate business communication course. It is taught as a small, writing-intensive course. The Center for Business Communication is the Moore School’s business-specific writing center offering individual coaching to help improve student writing, speeches and presentations, and assistance to faculty who want to develop communication-intensive assignments. To qualify at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor: A doctoral degree from and accredited institution and at least three years successful teaching is required. Candidates should have a proven record of effective teaching in business writing, English and/or technical writing. To qualify at the rank of Lecturer: Candidates must possess a master’s degree in the teaching discipline or a master’s degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline. Candidates for the doctoral degree anticipating completion of degree requirements prior to August 16, 2023 are also encouraged to apply. Experience working in a university writing center is preferred. |
| Expiration Date | 4/30/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Brad Stratton |
| bstratton@moore.sc.edu |
Instructor of English and Composition
University of Oregon
Eugene Oregon
03/21/2023
| Institution | University of Oregon |
| Location | Eugene Oregon |
| Position | Instructor of English and Composition |
| Job Description | Full Description: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/531400/instructor-of-english The University of Oregon’s English Department invites applications for non-tenure-track positions of Career Instructor in English to teach in the Composition Program beginning September 16, 2023. Successful applicants will join a vibrant teaching community of career instructors and graduate student teachers who have many opportunities for professional development and participation in program development. One or more positions will have a primary specialization in generalized writing instruction in the first-year writing program. One or more positions will have a primary specialization in professional, technical, and science writing and/or public speaking and writing. Competitive applicants will have the training and recent full-time experience teaching college-level academic, expository, and/or argumentative writing whose pedagogy demonstrates a clear commitment to culturally responsive and anti-oppressive teaching practices. The course load is 3 per term, totaling 9 courses per year, teaching primarily in the lower division writing courses: WR 121 (Written Reasoning as Discovery and Inquiry), WR 122 (Written Reasoning as a Process of Argument), and WR 123 (Written Reasoning in the Context of Research). Typical enrollment in Composition Program courses ranges from 23 to 25 students per course. Depending on training, experience, and departmental needs, some Career Instructors may be asked to teach in other areas. or in upper-division WR courses. All teaching positions in English involve student advising and departmental service and participation in program assessment. This is a non-tenure-track, nine-month position at 1.0 FTE. |
| Expiration Date | 03/31/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Emily Simnitt |
| esimnitt@uoregon.edu |
Associate Professor of English/Writing Program Administrator Job Description
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, Colorado
03/13/2023
| Institution | Metropolitan State University of Denver |
| Location | Denver, Colorado |
| Position | Associate Professor of English/Writing Program Administrator |
| Job Description | The Department of English at Metropolitan State University of Denver seeks an established, active scholar for a 9-month position as a tenured associate professor to serve in the administrative appointment of First Year Writing Program Administrator, with additional required summer responsibilities (remunerated separately). Metropolitan State University of Denver and the Department of English are committed to active and strategic initiatives in our work toward educational equity and promoting a culture of access and inclusion for our students, staff, and faculty. We seek to sustain an inclusive community where all individuals at MSU Denver and in the Department of English are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and are provided proper resources and skillsets to be successful. This success is not limited to our liberal arts and sciences focused education, but also to the broader development of our students as engaged citizens and valued contributors to their discipline, the community, and our society. At MSU Denver, we recognize the value of everyone and every group as part of an inclusive community of belonging. The College of Letters, Arts and Sciences has a vibrant Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement that highlights those values. Differences can include but are not limited to culture, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, language, sex, physical appearance, pregnancy, marital/partner status, age, (dis)ability, neurodiversity, creed, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, class, education, gender identity/expression, veteran status, political affiliation, political philosophy, and more. We recognize that these differences can be visible or invisible. MSU Denver enrolls 17,000 students, where over 60% are first generation, and over 50% are students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) located on a vibrant tri-institutional campus in the heart of downtown Denver and near to the Rocky Mountains. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. Qualified candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, student advising, professional development/scholarship, and service in an inclusive and diverse environment are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities 20% Teaching, 10% Service, 10% Research, 60% FYW program administration; teach 3 credit hours per semester; contribute to service at the department, college, and/or University levels. Required Qualifications 1. Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition 2. Minimum of three years’ experience administering a composition program at the college level 3. Experience in teaching college-level writing 4. A record of scholarship, teaching, and professional service/leadership commensurate with a tenured appointment, pending a successful tenure vote and approval by the Board of Trustees 5. Evidence of a commitment to diversity and inclusion Preferred Qualifications 1. Experience in teaching a stretch, studio, SAI, or ALP model/program 2. Experience in an ethnically and culturally diverse urban educational environment 3. Evidence of antiracist/equity-centered pedagogy informed by a commitment to linguistic justice and/or diverse rhetorical practices 4. Record of scholarship in composition theory and practice 5. Experience in facilitating professional development opportunities for and supervising part-time faculty Salary for Announcement The salary range for this position is $63,000 - $70,000 at Associate Professor rank. There will be additional required summer responsibilities (remunerated separately). The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training. MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For more information, see our Benefits section below. Instructions to Apply Complete applications received by April 8, 2023 at 11:59 PM MST will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled. Please apply through MSU Denver Careers, and search for JR100626. Internal applicants must apply through their MSU Denver Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Please include the following documents with your application: 1. Curriculum vitae. Please include the names and contact information for three professional references at the end of your CV. 2. Letter of application 3. Unofficial graduate transcripts. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire. 4. Leadership philosophy (no more than one page) 5. Diversity and inclusion statement (no more than one page) Upload all materials into the resume submission field; multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents may not receive full consideration. |
| Expiration Date | 04/08/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Tanya Rogowsky |
| trogowsk@msudenver.edu |
Lecturer in Writing Critical Inquiry (4 positions)
University at Albany
Albany, NY
03/13/2023
| Institution | University at Albany |
| Location | Albany, NY |
| Position | Lecturer in Writing Critical Inquiry (4 positions) |
| Job Description | Lecturer in Writing Critical Inquiry (4 positions) About University at Albany: Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks. Job Description: The University at Albany, SUNY, seeks four full-time lecturers for the Program in Writing and Critical Inquiry to begin Fall Semester of 2023. We are also seeking to increase cultural diversity in our program, so we strongly encourage applicants from under-represented backgrounds. Responsibilities include teaching seven courses per year in person, with the possibility of release from one course per year to assist with professional development opportunities as assigned by the program director. Lecturers teach the Seminar in Writing and Critical Inquiry (WCI), a required general education course designed to introduce students to college-level critical inquiry, with an emphasis on the intensive practice of writing in academic and other contexts, and implement inclusive strategies that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Although the primary course modalities are in-person, there will be opportunities to teach multi-modally depending on student demand and faculty expertise. For more information about the program, please visit www.albany.edu/wci Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization. ABD applicants with a May 2023 completion date will also be considered. Experience teaching college-level writing. Applicants must address in their application their experience working with a culturally diverse student body and first-generation college students. Applicants must address in their application their engagement with diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as it relates to their pedagogical perspective and classroom management. Applicants must address in their application their experience with continued professional development, writing program development, and academic service. Applicants must be willing to teach in-person classes, hold weekly office hours, and attend faculty meetings Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. or an MFA from a university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization. Three or more years' experience teaching college-level writing in first-year writing programs. Experience and interest in evaluation, assessment, and writing-related research. Additional Information: Professional Rank and Salary Range: Lecturer (10 month) The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. The University at Albany's Annual Security Report is available in portable document format [PDF] by clicking this link http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER Please apply online via https://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=159400 Application Instructions: Applicants MUST submit the following documents: CV Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications. A writing sample A statement of teaching philosophy highlighting commitment to teaching first-year writing and implementing strategies of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility Contact information for three references Optional: Sample syllabus and related teaching materials Note: After submitting your CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.). Review of applications will begin on March 20, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. |
| Expiration Date | 04/15/23 |
| Choice | No |
| Contactperson | Allison Craig |
| acraig@albany.edu |
Director of Mentoring Initiatives
University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
03/13/2023
| Institution | University of California Santa Barbara |
| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Position | Director of Mentoring Initiatives |
| Job Description | POSITION OVERVIEW Position title: Director of Mentoring Initiatives Salary range: $72,015-$86,701 Percent time: 100 Anticipated start: 7/1/2023 Position duration: 1 year with possibility of renewal depending on performance and funding availability APPLICATION WINDOW Open date: March 1, 2023 Next review date: Friday, Mar 24, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Apr 21, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. POSITION DESCRIPTION The Director of Mentoring Initiatives is a full time appointment that reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Teaching and Learning at the University of California Santa Barbara. The Director will contribute to development, implementation, and assessment of the mentoring initiatives for the entirety of UC Santa Barbara’s diverse undergraduate population. Initially, the Director will contribute to the development of the Maximizing Students’ Potential (MAX) Program, a pilot program bringing together specialized learning opportunities, undergraduate mentoring, and undergraduate research for students in overenrolled majors. At the development stage, the Director will collaborate with the Assistant Dean for Academic Success and the Transitions Director in the Office of Teaching and Learning, Student Affairs staff, faculty, and undergraduate students. At the implementation stage, the Director will be responsible for leading training for students, which may include teaching credit-bearing courses and/or running training sessions separate from courses; work with the AVC for Teaching and Learning on implementing different elements of the program; and collaborate with faculty members in the majors in which students are enrolled to coordinate and support undergraduate learning mentors. At the assessment stage, in collaboration with the UCSB Assessment Coordinator, the Director will be responsible for developing and implementing program evaluation protocol. The Director will also collaborate with other units in the Office of Teaching and Learning to ensure that separate mentoring initiatives are integrated under a common set of principles, practices, and training, and may contribute to the coordination of those efforts in collaboration with others. Collaborate with faculty, departments, and other units to coordinate aspects of existing program and build new programs Contribute to the articulation of the campus’s comprehensive ecosystem for holistic mentoring. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position. QUALIFICATIONS Basic qualifications (required at time of application) • M.A. required with 2 or more years of teaching, tutoring, or mentoring experience required before applying. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) • 1-2 years experience in design and implementation of research-based activities to support learning; • Familiar with asset-based pedagogical practices • 1-2 years experience working with undergraduate students in an instructional and/or mentoring capacity • 2 years experience coordinating and managing large-scale projects Preferred qualifications • Demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse audiences involved in mentorship programs • Ability to interact effectively with diverse populations, including senior administrators, faculty, staff, students and the public. • Familiarity with research literature on equitable and inclusive academic mentoring • Evidence of commitment to equitable and inclusive learning • Ability to facilitate collaborative work across departments • Strong written and oral communication skills, including excellent interpersonal communication, written reports and correspondence, and presentations for large and small audiences. • Experience working with underrepresented minority and/or under-served populations. • Ability to prioritize and execute multiple projects at different levels. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) 3 professional and/or academic references. Contact information only is acceptable. In the event that an applicant is selected as the finalist, the department will conduct a reference check before extending an offer. Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02441 Help contact: bpruiz@ucsb.edu CAMPUS INFORMATION The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. JOB LOCATION Santa Barbara, CA |
| Expiration Date | 4/21/2023 |
| Choice | No |
| Contactperson | Linda Adler-Kassner |
| ladler@ucsb.edu |
Visiting Lecturer or Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media Studies Job Description
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
03/13/2023
| Institution | Northern Arizona University |
| Location | Flagstaff, AZ |
| Position | Visiting Lecturer or Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media Studies |
| Job Description | The Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media Studies program in the English Department at Northern Arizona University is pleased to invite applications for the position of a visiting lecturer or visiting assistant teaching professor in rhetoric and writing. The position is a one-year, non-renewable position with a start date of Fall 2023. This is a full-time, 9-months, non-tenure track, benefit-eligible position with an 80 percent teaching (4/4) and 20 percent service load at the Flagstaff campus. Responsibilities for this position primarily include teaching English 210, an introduction to rhetoric course, and English 305W, an interdisciplinary writing-intensive course, with a possibility to teach additional courses as needed in the Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media Studies program. Additional professional development and service expectations will be determined in consultation with the Chair of English. This position is non-renewable. Minimum qualifications for Visiting Lecturer: --M.A. in Rhetoric, Composition, Writing Studies, or closely related field in hand by August 1, 2023 --2 years experience teaching university-level rhetoric and writing courses Minimum qualifications for Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor: --PhD in Rhetoric, Composition, Writing Studies, or closely related field in hand by August 1, 2023 --2 years experience teaching university-level rhetoric and writing courses Preferred qualifications: --Evidence of demonstrated commitment and successful interactions with people from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds, national origins, disabilities, age, veteran status, religious or political beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities and expression, and lived experiences. --Evidence of successful teaching of rhetoric and writing at the undergraduate level --Evidence of teaching undergraduate courses in writing across the curriculum/in the disciplines --Expertise in rhetoric, composition, and/or writing theory --Evidence of a research agenda in rhetoric and composition Applications for this position will only be considered if they are submitted through NAU’s on-line application process. Please visit: https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=607037&PostingSeq=1 for Job ID number 607037. The online application must include a single attachment containing: 1) Cover letter highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; 2) Curriculum vitae; 3) Evidence of teaching effectiveness (Include a summary of student evaluations and methods and materials for one particularly effective lesson you created); 4) Names and contact information for three references. Save all items, in the order stated, as a single PDF or Word document and upload it as “Resume.” The search committee will begin reviewing files on March 15. Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled or closed. General Information Northern Arizona University has a student population of 29,569, including approximately 21,000 on its main campus in Flagstaff and the remainder at more than 20 locations statewide and online. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student’s success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes. While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees. Flagstaff has a population of about 70,000, rich in cultural diversity. Located at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, Flagstaff is 140 miles north of Phoenix at intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40. For information about diversity, access and equity at NAU, see the Center for University Access and Inclusion webpage. Northern Arizona University (26,000 students) is composed of faculty, staff and students from a wide range of culturally diverse backgrounds. Applicants should be experienced with and dedicated to work with such a diverse population. NAU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. http://www.nau.edu |
| Expiration Date | 03/15/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Sibylle Gruber |
| Sibylle.Gruber@nau.edu |
Position Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment (LPSOE) Writing Program 2022-23
University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California
12/07/2022
| Institution | University of California Santa Barbara |
| Location | Santa Barbara, CA |
| Position | Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment (LPSOE) Writing Program 2022-23 |
| Job Description | Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment (LPSOE) Writing Program 2022-23 Job #JPF02298 Writing Program / College of Letters & Science - Humanities and Fine Arts / UC Santa Barbara POSITION OVERVIEW Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: July 1, 2023 APPLICATION WINDOW Open date: December 5, 2022 Next review date: Wednesday, Jan 4, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Jun 30, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. POSITION DESCRIPTION The Writing Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara is seeking a Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment (LPSOE) effective July 1, 2023. This is an Academic Senate, tenure-track position in the Teaching Professor series (Assistant Teaching Professor). The Teaching Professor series is evaluated primarily for teaching excellence, with expectations for service and professional activity. The Program is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through teaching, service, and research. Successful applicants will join a thriving independent writing program in a research university committed to undergraduate education. UC Santa Barbara has been ranked as one of the top 25 research universities in the world and includes nationally- and internationally recognized programs in the humanities, sciences, and engineering. UC Santa Barbara is a multiple Minority Serving Institution (HSI and AANAPISI). Located in California's Central Coast, UC Santa Barbara provides high-quality education in a beautiful setting. We are particularly interested in candidates who specialize in first-year writing, technical and professional writing, digital and online writing pedagogies, and/or assessment, and who could contribute to Program and campus initiatives in these areas. In addition, a particular specialization in genre studies or in empirical studies related to knowledge transfer in writing courses could be useful as we regularly revise our first-year writing courses (Writing 1 and Writing 2) to have a theoretical base drawing on current research in the field. The Writing Program also offers a writing minor with six emphases in different areas of professional writing. The selected candidate will teach a normal LPSOE Writing Program course load of 7 courses every year (over three quarters), likely comprised of lower-division courses such as Writing 1 and 2, along with upper-division courses related to the candidate's area of expertise. The selected candidate would be expected to serve on and lead committees and to remain active in areas of professional development, such as publishing and attending conferences. In the future, the selected candidate would be expected to rotate in as the Director of the Writing Program. We seek a candidate who will become an active member of the Writing Program and of the campus community at large. QUALIFICATIONS Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Applicants must have a terminal degree (e.g., MFA, MBA, PhD) or must have completed all requirements for a PhD except the dissertation, at the time of application. Additional qualifications (required at time of start) One year of college-level teaching experience. PhD conferred by the appt start date. Preferred qualifications Experience teaching first-year or upper-division writing; experience teaching technical and/or professional writing (such as scientific, technical, business and/or legal writing); experience teaching digital media and/or online writing; experience in assessment. PhD in Composition and Rhetoric. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research (Optional) Statement of Teaching Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service. Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3-5 references. Candidates selected for an interview will have their references contacted when the interview is scheduled. Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02298 Help contact: mbaker@hfa.ucsb.edu CAMPUS INFORMATION The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to Appendix F, Section II.C. of the policy for the deadlines applicable to new University of California employees. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. JOB LOCATION Santa Barbara, California Copyright ©2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3a89ec0a1c50524ab121be66310a39ec |
| Expiration Date | 6/30/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | Human Resources |
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2023 English Writing Center Director and Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor
Wenzhou-Kean University
Wenzhou,China
10/21/2022
| Institution | Wenzhou-Kean University |
| Location | Wenzhou,China |
| Position | 2023 English Writing Center Director and Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor |
| Job Description | 2023 English Writing Center Director and Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor, School of English Studies Wenzhou-Kean University Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU), located in Wenzhou, China, one of three Sino-American universities along with NYU Shanghai and Duke Kunshan University, is approved by the Ministry of Education of China. Launched in 2012, WKU offers a unique model of higher education in partnership with Kean University, a comprehensive, public university in the state of New Jersey that is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. WKU sits on approximately 500 beautiful acres and currently enrolls about 4,200 students, and it is now in the midst of a rapid growth that will bring enrollment to 7,000 students within the next five years. All instruction is in English and all curriculum is provided by Kean University. In addition to its current 18 undergraduate programs, WKU has been approved by the Ministry of Education for offering 8 Master’s and 3 doctorate programs. Wenzhou is one of the most vibrant and economically advanced developed cities on China’s East Coast, located one hour by plane and three hours by high-speed train from Shanghai. Wenzhou-Kean University currently offers the following degree programs: Doctor of Educational Leadership (Ed.D.), Biotechnology Science (M.S.), Computer Information Systems (M.S.), Instruction and Curriculum (M.A.), Global Management (M.B.A.), Architecture (M.Arch.), Educational Administration (M.A.), Psychology (M.A.), Finance (B.S.), Accounting (with emphasis on international standards and practices) (B.S.), Global Business (B.S.), Marketing (B.S.), Management (Business Analytics option/ Supply Chain & Information Management option) (B.S.), Economics (B.S.), Graphic Design (B.F.A.), Interior Design (B.F.A), Industrial Design (B.I.D.), Architectural Studies (B.A.), Computer Science (B.S.), Mathematical Sciences (Supply Chain and Management Information option and Analytics Option) (B.A.), Biology (Cell and Molecular option) (B.S.), Chemistry (B.S.); Earth Science (Environmental Science option) (B.S.); English (English in Global Settings option) (B.A.); Psychology (General option/Forensic Psychology option) (B.A.); and Communication (Public Relations option) (B.A.). In addition, WKU has a substantial commitment to the teaching of ESL/EFL. About the Job: The School of English Studies seeks an innovative and dynamic writing center director to run the new WKU writing center. This is a tenure-track assistant/associate professor of English position starting on site for Fall 2023. Duties include: • Managing a brand-new writing center, including scheduling tutoring sessions and coordinating faculty and peer tutors • Developing writing center marketing and university community outreach initiatives • Organizing and leading writing workshops on a variety of topics related to academic writing across the disciplines for undergraduate and graduate students • Teaching a writing center pedagogy course required of peer tutors in addition to other writing courses • Conducting writing center outcomes assessment • Managing the writing center budget • Conducting academic research related to global writing center pedagogy A tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor is a full time, 10-month employee who teaches 24 credits per academic year. Six-credit course release per academic year provided for writing center administration. An additional six-credit course release per academic year is available in the first two years of appointment for grant proposal development and other substantial research initiatives. Start-up grant will be provided to launch student-engaging research programs. Tenure-track appointment requires publications in internationally recognized and vigorously peer-reviewed journals on rhetoric and composition and/or writing center pedagogy. Tenure-track faculty develop and teach courses related to their academic specialty and research interests, in addition to General Education courses as needed. Candidates will be expected to participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including high quality teaching, research, advising, student learning support, curriculum development, program assessment, student recruitment and retention, office hours, senior project supervision, internship opportunities, research experience for undergraduates, and service to the university and/or professional community. Teaching experience with non-native speakers in a foreign country is highly desirable. Teaching assignments and related responsibilities may include day, evening, and online courses. Interest or experience in using advanced instructional technologies to improve the teaching/learning process is highly desirable. All faculty positions are full-time assignments, effective for the start of the Fall 2023 semester. The positions are renewed every three years. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric and Composition with emphasis on writing center pedagogy; ABD can be considered with completion prior to the effective date of employment. A minimum of two years of teaching experience in a college or university setting and tutoring international students are preferred. A Ph.D. and/or work experience from a prestigious university are preferred. Experience teaching and tutoring Chinese students will be an advantage, as will experience in writing center administration. Approval of work permit application requires candidates to be native speakers if a visa is needed for teaching in China. Faculty positions at WKU offer: Annual salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience with the range from $70,000-$75,000 for Assistant Professors; $75,000-$80,000 for Associate Professors. Salary of extraordinary candidates shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. The University will provide start-up grants to support the tenure track candidates to start their research programs. A well-rounded healthcare coverage, academic travel up to $2,000, housing options and subsidy up to $3,000, home traveling up to $6,000 (2 international round-trip airfares), a reimbursement to cover relocation expenses up to $1,000, shuttle bus to campus for work, and up to 8% front-load retirement benefits within accordance with completion of years of service with the University. WKU tuition waiver up to 80% for spouse/dependent children of faculty for undergraduate programs, and tuition discount of private/international kindergarten, elementary, middle and high schools for children of faculty. The opportunity to teach high quality students with more than 60% of WKU graduates being admitted to the graduate programs of highly ranked universities globally. Application Information: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Candidates should send cover letter, CV, statement of teaching and writing center philosophy, a research statement describing research interests, past accomplishments in research, and future research plans, unofficial transcripts, and the email contact information of three professional references. Please send all materials to Search Committee Chairperson at wkuenglish@wku.edu.cn. Three current letters of recommendation are required before advancement. Official transcripts for all degrees are required before appointment. Background Screening: Wenzhou-Kean University conducts background screenings on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background Screenings. |
| Expiration Date | 09/01/2023 |
| Choice | No |
| Contactperson | search committee |
| wkuenglish@wku.edu.cn |
2023 Composition Lecturer
Wenzhou-Kean University
Wenzhou, China
10/19/2022
| Institution | Wenzhou-Kean University |
| Location | Wenzhou,China |
| Position | 2023 Composition Lecturer |
| Job Description | 2023 Composition Lecturer, School of English Studies Wenzhou-Kean University Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU), located in Wenzhou, China, one of three Sino-American universities along with NYU Shanghai and Duke Kunshan University, is approved by the Ministry of Education of China. Launched in 2012, WKU offers a unique model of higher education in partnership with Kean University, a comprehensive, public university in the state of New Jersey that is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. WKU sits on approximately 500 beautiful acres and currently enrolls about 4,200 students, and it is now in the midst of a rapid growth that will bring enrollment to 7,000 students within the next five years. All instruction is in English and all curriculum is provided by Kean University. In addition to its current 18 undergraduate programs, WKU has been approved by the Ministry of Education for offering 8 Master’s and 3 doctorate programs. Wenzhou is one of the most vibrant and economically advanced developed cities on China’s East Coast, located one hour by plane and three hours by high-speed train from Shanghai. Wenzhou-Kean University currently offers the following degree programs: Doctor of Educational Leadership (Ed.D.), Biotechnology Science (M.S.), Computer Information Systems (M.S.), Instruction and Curriculum (M.A.), Global Management (M.B.A.), Architecture (M.Arch.), Educational Administration (M.A.), Psychology (M.A.), Finance (B.S.), Accounting (with emphasis on international standards and practices) (B.S.), Global Business (B.S.), Marketing (B.S.), Management (Business Analytics option/ Supply Chain & Information Management option) (B.S.), Economics (B.S.), Graphic Design (B.F.A.), Interior Design (B.F.A), Industrial Design (B.I.D.), Architectural Studies (B.A.), Computer Science (B.S.), Mathematical Sciences (Supply Chain and Management Information option and Analytics Option) (B.A.), Biology (Cell and Molecular option) (B.S.), Chemistry (B.S.); Earth Science (Environmental Science option) (B.S.); English (English in Global Settings option) (B.A.); Psychology (General option/Forensic Psychology option) (B.A.); and Communication (Public Relations option) (B.A.). In addition, WKU has a substantial commitment to the teaching of ESL/EFL. About the Job: The School of English Studies in the College of Liberal Arts at WKU seeks to fill several lecturer positions to teach a two-part series of first-year composition courses for EFL learners. Depending upon prior teaching experience, there may be opportunities to teach professional and technical writing as well as world literature and other general education courses. A Lecturer is a full-time, 11-month employee who teaches 39 credits per year and provides student and learning support services during the assigned period. Lecturers will be expected to provide high quality teaching, student advisement and learning support services, and service to the university and/or professional community; and perform related work as required. Teaching experience with non-native speakers in a foreign country is highly desirable. Teaching assignments and related responsibilities may include day, evening, and online courses. Interest or experience in using advanced instructional technologies to improve the teaching/learning process is highly desirable. All faculty positions are full-time assignments, effective for the start of the Spring or Fall 2023 semester. The positions are renewed every three years. Qualifications: M.A. or Ph.D. in English or rhetoric and composition is required for the composition lecturer positions. A minimum of two years of teaching or related experience in a college or university setting is preferred. A degree from a prestigious university and/or work experience in an internationally recognized university are preferred. Approval of work permit application requires candidates to be native speakers if a visa is needed for teaching in China. Faculty positions at WKU offer: Annual lecturer salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience with the range from $56,000-$66,000. Salary of extraordinary candidates shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. A well-rounded healthcare coverage, academic travel up to $2,000, housing options and subsidy up to $3,000, home traveling up to $6,000 (2 international round-trip airfares), a reimbursement to cover relocation expenses up to $1,000, shuttle bus to campus for work, and up to 8% front-load retirement benefits within accordance with completion of years of service with the University. WKU tuition waiver up to 80% for spouse/dependent children of faculty for undergraduate programs, and tuition discount of private/international kindergarten, elementary, middle and high schools for children of faculty. The opportunity to teach high quality students with more than 60% of WKU graduates being admitted to the graduate programs of highly ranked universities globally. Application Information: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Candidates should send cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial transcripts, and the email contact information of three professional references. Please send all materials to Search Committee Chairperson at wkuenglish@wku.edu.cn. Three current letters of recommendation are required before advancement. Official transcripts for all degrees are required before appointment. Background Screening: Wenzhou-Kean University conducts background screenings on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background Screenings. |
| Expiration Date | 09/01/2023 |
| Choice | Yes |
| Contactperson | search committee |
| wkuenglish@wku.edu.cn |
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