What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Researcher, Teaching of Writing, Department of English position at University of Delaware?
Post Doctoral Researcher, Teaching of Writing, Department of English
Job no : 501014
College / VP Area : College of Arts & Sciences
Work type : Staff
Location : Newark / Hybrid
Categories : Research & Laboratory, Full Time, Trainers & Educators
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Job Description : Postdoctoral Position in The Teaching of Writing
Position : Postdoctoral Teaching Position
Department : English, University of Delaware
Start Date : January 16, 2025 or August 16, 2025
The Department of English at the University of Delaware is seeking applications for a postdoctoral teaching position to begin either January 16, 2025 or August 16, 2025. The successful candidate will engage in both the theory and practice of teaching critical writing. This position involves designing a seminar-style course to introduce students to university-level writing, drawing on the candidate's pedagogical and scholarly expertise. The new postdoctoral researcher will join a dynamic and growing cadre of postdoctoral colleagues within our department.
We are looking for exceptional candidates who will have obtained a PhD by the time of appointment in any of the areas represented within our department. These areas include but are not limited to rhetoric and composition, professional and technical writing, literary and cultural studies, English education, film, creative writing, environmental humanities, print and material culture studies, African American studies, critical race and ethnic studies, and transatlantic / transnational studies. Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in the teaching of writing and will be capable of engaging with our students, developing new programming, and contributing to our academic community with expertise, imagination, and passion.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Teach seven sections per academic year, primarily ENGL110 Seminar in Composition.
- Develop and teach writing-related programs and initiatives.
- Engage in teaching honors and second-language learners.
- Contribute actively to the Composition Program and broader departmental initiatives.
- Allocate 12.5% of duties to service and research.
- Conduct classes on both the Newark main campus and through the Associate in Arts Program across the state. Candidates will need their own transportation.
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Salary : $48,000
