Lecturer in Writing and Rhetoric, University Writing Program (81838)

The University Writing Program at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, invites applications for the position of Lecturer to begin August 16, 2022. The position is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure accruing appointment with the possibility of renewal and an opportunity for advancement in UF’s lecturer track. The University Writing Program is a thriving, independent unit offering a wide range of writing-intensive courses in areas such as themed critical thinking and writing, discipline-focused writing, and professional writing. The positions require a PhD in Composition and Rhetoric or in a related content area.

Experience teaching in one or more of the following areas is required: Scientific Writing, Public Communication, Environmental Rhetoric, or New Media and Technologies. Preferred qualifications include a strong interest in experiential learning, such as establishing student exchanges, leading study abroad courses, or pursuing community-based outreach. The teaching assignment is 4/3 with possible course release for the development of significant experiential learning initiatives. The salary is competitive and includes a full benefits package.

We strongly encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups in the profession. The unit endorses the University of Florida’s value of a diverse and inclusive environment. To learn more about UF’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, see https://cdo.ufl.edu/ .

The position require a PhD in Composition and Rhetoric or in a related content area.

Preferred qualifications include a strong interest in experiential learning, such as establishing student exchanges, leading study abroad courses, or pursuing community-based outreach.

For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at http://apply.interfolio.com/94319 and must include (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) three confidential letters of recommendation sent on their behalf to their Interfolio submission packet. Student evaluations will be submitted upon request.

The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on November 1, 2021. Review will continue until the position is filled.

Send inquiries to:
Dr. Mickey Schafer, Search Committee Chair
University Writing Program
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida 32611
352-846-1138

msscha@ufl.edu

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

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