Assistant Professor-in-Residence/Associate Director of Composition – Department of English
| Company | UNLV |
|---|---|
| Location | Las Vegas, NV, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PhD |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- PhD in English, Rhetoric and Composition, Technical or Professional Communication, or other related field from an accredited college or university
- At least 4 years of experience teaching writing in higher education
- At least 2 years (four semesters) of teaching writing online
- Basic digital media production skills
- Proficiency in creating accessible materials
- Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date
Responsibilities
- Teach 3-6 credits each regular semester rotated across online first-year composition courses and the pedagogy practicum for new graduate teaching assistants
- Coordinate online composition courses including developing complete model courses, creating instructional resources, acting as liaison with Online Ed and other major stakeholders in online educational initiatives, and coordinating assessment of online classes
- Mentor program instructors and facilitate regular professional development opportunities
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop, assess, and revise Composition Program curriculum and policies
- Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in faculty governance
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience administering writing programs and mentoring instructors
- Knowledge of anti-racist, equitable, and inclusive pedagogical and assessment practices
- Understanding of current issues and controversies related to generative AI and experience integrating generative AI policies and practices into curriculum
- Understanding of best assessment practices for online courses