Job Description
Stevens Institute of Technology is inviting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Writing and Communications. Adjunct instructors teach HASS 103 Writing and Communications Colloquium, a required course designed to introduce all Stevens students to the principles of college-level academic discourse, including rhetorical strategies, textual analysis, research skills, and public speaking skills.
Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in teaching writing to first-year students and should have a master’s degree or higher (including ABD) in a humanities field with a demonstrated interest in the area of first-year writing.
Requirements of this position include:
- Teaching the HASS 103 syllabus designed by the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS)
- Attending all class sessions
- Grading and providing feedback to students
- Completing all assessment requirements
- Holding requisite office hours
- Meeting several times during the semester with HASS 1st-year faculty for updates and to review course progress
- Adhering to policies stated in the HASS faculty handbook
To apply: Visit www.stevens.edu/hr to apply online via the Stevens HR Jobs Portal. Required documents include a c.v., a cover letter outlining experience and teaching philosophy, and the names and addresses of three references.
NOTE: The online portal will only accept one uploaded document. Therefore, candidates should collapse all materials into a single PDF file to upload when prompted by the online system to provide c.v.
More information, please contact: Billy Middleton at bmiddlet@stevens.edu.
Department
School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
General Submission Guidelines:
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Academic Submission Guidelines:
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Cover letter
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Curriculum vitae
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Research statement
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Teaching statement that includes a) teaching interests, b) teaching philosophy, and c) a plan on how to create an inclusive environment for students of all backgrounds in terms of classroom teaching, student advising, and graduate student mentoring
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Contact info for at least 2-3 references (school-specific; please refer to job posting)
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement:
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.
NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minority candidates, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
