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Academic Writing Consultant / Sr. Academic Writing Consultant
Job Identification : 17780
Job Description :
What we are looking for
Academic writing consultants are research and academic writing experts who partner with graduate faculty to guide the development and evaluation of dissertations and assist with doctoral candidacy and defense-ready decisions in Baylor's EdD program in Learning and Organizational Change (EdD-LOC). They play a fundamental role in the educational advancement of doctoral students by providing research and writing expertise in the EdD-LOC's Research and Writing Development Center. Position responsibilities include oversight of academic writing development, graduate instruction and mentorship, and administrative program service. Academic writing consultants also develop and produce educational videos and resources to foster doctoral students' professional writing development.
An academic writing consultant's instructional contributions extend beyond formal coursework and are performed in conjunction with key dissertation courses and academic immersion experiences. The role entails overseeing writing development progress throughout a doctoral student's program of study via leading writing workshops, providing in-class instruction, and conducting one-on-one writing consultation sessions.
Upon appointment as Baylor affiliate faculty, academic writing consultants serve on EdD dissertation committees each trimester. They lead students through the stages of the writing process, ranging from rhetorically structuring arguments to the final formatting of the dissertation according to the Baylor University Dissertation and Thesis Formatting Guidelines. They oversee and track students' writing progress to ensure timely completion of the dissertation and carefully guide students through the degree completion process. As research and writing experts, academic writing consultants must function independently while also interfacing with students, partnering with faculty, and serving as a liaison to various Baylor University offices to coordinate support for students.
Minimum Qualifications :
- A EdD or PhD in Social Sciences, English, Composition or equivalent terminal degree (ABD will be considered) and two years of relevant work experience are required.
- A EdD or PhD in Social Sciences, English, Composition or equivalent terminal degree and five years of relevant work experience are preferred.
Other Required Qualifications :
What you will do
Serve as a third committee member on 4-12 EdD dissertations per trimester in conjunction with the Dissertation Capstone course (EDC 6393), delivering expert academic writing feedback to help students produce the strongest document possible for archiving in the ProQuest database.
Coauthor professional publications and presentations with EdD-LOC faculty and EdD-LOC students as appropriate.
Collaborate closely with program faculty and staff to envision and execute strategic initiatives to improve students' educational experiences.
What you can expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.
About us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
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