Job: Lectureships in Critical Writing: University of Pennsylvania

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Colleagues,

Apologies for cross posting. We are pleased to announce a few openings for full-time lecturers next year to teach first-year writing seminars in the Critical Writing Program at the University of Pennsylvania. Lecturers teach a 3/3 course load with seminars capped at 16 students. The positions are non-tenure-track, renewable from three to five years, with the possibility of long-term employment thereafter for those with a demonstrated record of excellence. Details about the positions and application process can be found here: https://apply.interfolio.com/99828.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue until positions are filled.

Penn's Critical Writing Program is an independent Writing in the Disciplines program and a recipient of the 2018 CCCC Writing Program Certificate of Excellence. All first-year seminars are discipline-based, with faculty choosing topics drawn from their fields and interests. We strive to foster a diverse community of purposeful inclusion, and qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Having joined the program in 2017, I can attest that we have a diverse, welcoming group of scholars deeply engaged in teaching and research, a beautiful new center that houses our faculty as well as our writing fellows, and an amazing place to live, rich in culture, and history. We are also a short train ride to New York, DC, Atlantic beaches, and the Pocono Mountains. See: https://www.visitphilly.com.

Please share this call widely with qualified colleagues within and outside of writing studies. Feel free to contact me off-list with questions.

Sincerely,

Mathew Osborn

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Job Announcement: Lecturer, Critical Writing Program

Marks Family Center for Excellence in Writing • University of Pennsylvania

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Dec 14, 2021

Position URL: https://apply.interfolio.com/99828

Description

Penn’s Critical Writing Program is a Writing in the Disciplines (WID) program. We invite applications for one or more full-time, one-year appointment(s) (non-tenure track) as Lecturer to teach small, discipline-based writing seminars to Penn freshmen. Initial appointment(s) are for the academic year 2022–23 and may be renewed for up to two additional years contingent on satisfactory performance and approval of the Dean. Following this period, qualified candidates may also be eligible for a renewable longer-term appointment. Teaching load is six courses per year on topics determined in consultation with the program administration. Additional responsibilities include Midterm- and Final-Portfolio scoring, attendance and participation in all training sessions and faculty meetings, and active professional development in teaching, rhetoric, or writing in the candidate’s discipline.

Successful candidate(s) must be able to attend online training sessions during the Summer and either online or in-person training, depending on public-health conditions, on business days from August 15–26, 2022.

For more information on the program, visit www.writing.upenn.edu/critical.

The Critical Writing Program is strongly committed to Penn’s Action Plan for Faculty Diversity and Excellence and to creating a more diverse faculty (for more information see: http://www.upenn.edu/almanac/volumes/v58/n02/diversityplan.html). The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Terminal degree required, Ph.D. preferred. Strong interest in writing required. Teaching experience desirable but not required. Extensive training and mentorship will be provided. Applicants with credentials in professional or technical writing, sociology, economics, engineering, or business are especially welcome. We are particularly interested in applicants with a global research scope or international research focus.

Application Instructions

Application dossiers should include an application letter; a curriculum vitae; one writing sample; a draft course proposal; summary sheets of student evaluations, if available (upload as an "Additional Document"); and the names and contact information of three individuals who have agreed to provide a letter of recommendation. The University will contact the referees with instructions on how to submit their letters. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position(s) are filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street,  Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all employees at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn’s vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.

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Matthew J. Osborn, Ph.D.

Associate Director, Writing in the Disciplines

The Marks Family Center for Excellence in Writing

University of Pennsylvania

3718 Locust Walk | McNeil Suite 110 

Philadelphia, PA 19104