Hello, We are hiring postdoctoral fellows for the University Writing Program at Duke University. These positions attract faculty from a wide range of disciplines, including natural and social sciences and humanities. The teaching load is modest (2/3), leaving plenty of time to take advantage of Duke's tremendous research resources. The benefit package is quite attractive as well. The formal job announcement follows but please don't hesitate to contact me directly ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) with questions.
Thank you, Rebecca Vidra Lecturing Fellow, University Writing Program Duke University We anticipate offering several postdoctoral fellowships on an interdisciplinary faculty charged with teaching an innovative first-year course in Academic Writing. We seek candidates with a PhD in any field and a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching. Fellows are asked to draw on their disciplinary training and interests to design a seminar-style course introducing students to academic writing. To apply, please send a CV, a letter in which you discuss your aims in teaching Academic Writing, and a brief proposal for a writing seminar modeled on the course synopses <http://fds.duke.edu/db/aas/UWP/courses.html> posted on this website. We may subsequently ask you to provide other supporting materials, including a more detailed course outline, teaching materials, and letters of reference. Appointment is at the level of Lecturing Fellow (non-tenured), starting July 1, 2008. Teaching load is five sections of Academic Writing per year, with each section limited to 12 students. Starting salary in 2008-09 will be $40,000, with strong opportunities for professional development. Contract is for an initial three years, renewable after successful review for two more years. /Deadline for applications is Friday, November 2, 2007. / Please use our online application form <../jobs/index.html> to send us your CV and materials. If you are unable to apply online, you may mail hard copies to Joseph Harris, Chair University Writing Program Fellows Search Duke University Box 90025 Durham, NC 27708-0025. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
