College Writing Program
Graduate & Post-Graduate Positions
JOB TITLE: Assistant Director, Writing Program
University of Rochester invites applications for an Assistant Director of the College Writing Program, to begin July 1, 2011. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in a relevant field, experience in program administration, an established primary commitment to teaching, as well as an interest in research.
Position responsibilities include
- managing the College Writing Center [CWC], which involves hiring, training, and overseeing tutors for in-person and virtual support services,
- coordinating the program’s annual writing colloquium contest,
- coordinating Writing Workshop courses (WRT 108 and the extension component of WRT 105E),
- serving as a liaison for Rochester’s Early Opportunity Connection Program,
- communicating with faculty and staff across the college about CWC services,
- teaching Writing Program courses, and more generally,
- collaborating with Writing Program members to strengthen the program.
Teaching load includes 4 Writing Program courses, typically 2 in the fall and 2 in the spring.
Appointment: Lecturer in Writing, Assistant Director, 10-month contract, 3-year renewable.
Application procedures: Please submit a letter that explains your teaching and administrative philosophies and how these relate to your research, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references to
Dr. Deborah F. Rossen-Knill
Director
College Writing Program
RC Box 270058
University of Rochester
Rochester, New York 14627-0058.
Note: strong internal candidate.
