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Lecturer

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Position description

The University Writing Program at the University of California, Riverside, is seeking applicants for full- and part-time Lecturer positions to teach Freshman Composition and/or Entry-Level Writing classes in the 2016-17 academic year. An M.A. and at least two years of teaching experience at the college level are required for these appointments. Your completed application is due no later than March 14, 2016.

These positions are subject to the availability of funding. Salary is based on an annual full-time rate of $49,012. An application letter, CV, verification of credentials (diploma, official transcripts, etc.), self-statement explaining your Composition pedagogy, student evaluations that cover an academic year, a diversity statement, and three current letters of recommendation or a dossier are required. ESL certification and/or significant experience teaching second-language students will be relevant considerations in our search. Materials related to teaching (e.g. syllabi and sample assignments) might be useful additions to the application file.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years, each of which includes substantial peer input.

Interested individuals should apply at https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF00540. All application materials must be received by March 14, 2016.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Cheryl Brusuelas, Sr. Analyst for Academic Personnel, at cherylfb@ucr.edu.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Statement of Teaching - Explaining Composition pedagogy

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through teaching, research, professional activity, and/or service.

  • Verification of credentials - Diploma, official transcripts, etc.

  • Student Evaluations - Should cover an academic year

  • ESL certification and/or significant experience - Teaching second-language students
    (Optional)

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

  • Diversity statement

Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required