Adjunct Faculty - Writing

Job Description Summary

Part-time adjunct faculty in Professional Writing and Rhetoric to teach a course titled Writing About Science and Technology.

Adjunct Faculty - Writing

Worcester

Humanities & Arts - JM

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

Part-time adjunct faculty in Professional Writing and Rhetoric to teach a course titled Writing About Science and Technology.

The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute has an immediate need for adjunct WR faculty who could teach a course on Writing about Science and Technology. Beyond this immediate course need, possible future courses for adjunct teaching may include college writing; medical and biomedical writing; technical and professional communications; rhetoric and visual design; and integrated skills in English for international students.

WRfaculty teach introductory courses,intermediate seminars, andadvancedtopic practicums and seminars. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. Experience working with international students and students whose language is not English is essential. A successful candidate should hold a PhD in in Professional/Technical Communication, Writing and Rhetoric, or related field.

• Compensation: $6,000 per course

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.