Arizona State University JOB # 12848
Job Rank: Lecturer Specialty: Rhetoric and Composition—Project-Based Writing Pedagogies
The Department of English at Arizona State University invites applications for a Lecturer position in Writing Programs with an anticipated start date of August 2019. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible appointment made on an academic year basis (Aug 16 – May 15).
Essential Functions of the job:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
• Teach undergraduate students in Writing Programs courses
• Contribute to curriculum development and faculty development in Writing Programs
• Engage in professional, university, and community service as appropriate
Minimum Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition or related discipline in hand by the time of appointment
• Evidence of strong commitment to teaching and at least five years of experience teaching writing at the college level
Desired Qualifications:
- Theoretical grounding in writing studies in writing studies curriculum and pedagogy in one or more of the following areas, in addition to related teaching experiences: project-based writing pedagogies; writing pedagogy education; and digital portfolio assessment of writing.
- Experience teaching in internet or hybrid formats
- Evidence of participation in rhetoric/composition conferences or other professional development
- Demonstrated success meeting the needs of underrepresented student populations and/or reaching out to diverse communities
To apply, please send electronically to: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/13576
- a current curriculum vitae;
- a letter outlining a teaching philosophy that includes a description of how the applicant's experiences fit the area(s) of expertise listed above;
- three letters of recommendation
No paper applications, faxes or emails will be accepted.
Initial Application Deadline is May 31, 2019if not filled, applications will be reviewed every Monday thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment.
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.