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University of Utah

Location: Salt Lake CityUT 84112 Document ID: AB146-0IJY Posted on: 2017-09-0609/06/2017 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2017-10-06
 

Open Rank (Lecturer) in Writing & Rhetoric Studies University of Utah Asia Camp



Proposed Faculty Rank
Open Rank (Lecturer)
Department
00095 - Dept of Writing and Rhetoric
Track
Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
7/1/2017
Details

The Department of Writing & Rhetoric Studies ( WRS ) at the University of Utah invites applications for the career-line (non tenure-line, renewable two-year contract) position of an Open Rank (Lecturer) at the University of Utah Asia Campus ( UAC ) in New Songdo City, South Korea. The position would begin 1 July 2017. Salary and rank is commensurate with experience. All full-time employees are provided a health benefit plan. Housing is provided for UAC faculty members with an E-1 Korean visa. Some personal and professional travel expenses are provided by the UAC .

The successful candidate will teach 3 courses during each Fall and Spring semester plus one additional course during Summer term. The bulk of the courses will be required lower-division writing courses; however, there is a possibility of elective course development in Writing & Rhetoric Studies, and there are other required general education courses the candidate may teach depending on qualifications, need, and scheduling.

As the designated lead faculty member for the Department at UAC , the successful candidate will also be the primary liaison between other WRS lecturers at UAC , UAC administrators, and the Chair of WRS , who is located at the Salt Lake City campus. Specifically, s/he will observe teaching, conduct meetings with instructors as appropriate, and report to the Chair on a regular basis.

Minimum qualifications include a PhD in rhetoric and composition or a closely related field and a record of teaching success in relevant courses. Experience with and interest in teaching in a multilingual context is also required, and international teaching experience is preferred. Experience with teacher training or other writing program administration activities is also beneficial. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Applicants should access the job listing at http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/63210 and supply a cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a list of three references. Questions about the position may be directed to Professor Jay Jordan, Chair of Writing & Rhetoric Studies, at jay.jordan@utah.edu.

UAC is part of a multi-university campus in New Songdo City, part of the greater Incheon metropolitan area in Northwest South Korea, approximately one hour southwest of Seoul and twenty minutes from Incheon International Airport. The five-year-old campus enrolls students from Korea, the US, and several other (predominately East and South Asian) nations; a majority of students enrolled at UAC specifically are Korean nationals. UAC hosts several undergraduate majors, including Communication, Film and Media Arts, Psychology, and Urban Ecology. All non-language courses are conducted in English.

EEO/Diversity Information

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University's nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Employees with prior URS service may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University's Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date
04/14/2017
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN00106CF
Type
Faculty


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