Diversity Scholars Fellow Writing
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Job Location:
Ithaca, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Provosts Office at Ithaca College invites applications for Diversity Scholars Predoctoral Fellowships. The Fellowships are for the academic year (August 16 2026 May 31 2027) and are will receive a $43260 stipend $5000 in travel/professional development support relocation reimbursement office space health benefits and access to Ithaca College and Cornell University will teach one course in the fall semester and one course in the spring semester; will receive teaching focused mentoring and professional development by senior faculty; will be expected to participate in one official function per semester; and must partake in an exit interview.
The Department of Writing offers a comprehensive B.A. in Writing and seeks a Ph.D. candidateDiversityScholar with expertise in one or more of the following areas: narrative nonfiction personal essay writing for popular media and/or literary journalism. The successful candidate will teach one introductory or intermediate course in the candidates specialty in the fall and one in the spring.
Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited program leading to a Ph.D. degree at a U.S. institution; display evidence of a commitment to a career in teaching at the college or university level; demonstrate a dedication to equitable classroom practices; display evidence of a scholarly agenda; and be authorized to work in the United States. Candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to minoritized communities in their teaching service and/or research are strongly encouraged to apply. Prior to August 15 2026 applicants must be advanced to candidacy at their home institution with an approved dissertation proposal. Preference will be given to candidates who are in the last year of dissertation writing and who have not completed most of their writing at the beginning of the fellowship year.
To Apply:
Interested applicants must applyonline (link application here)and include (1): Unofficial transcript from an accredited Ph.D.- granting institution; (2) a cover letter detailing the candidates teaching pedagogy and interest in a career in teaching; description of research agenda and a timeline for finishing the dissertation; and how they will contribute to the curriculum of the chosen department; (3) a CV; (4) a syllabus for a course you propose to teach; and (5) the contact information of two references. To ensure full consideration applications should be received by November 10th will not be considered complete until all materials are in.
Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
All bargaining unit faculty members shall be covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Ithaca College and Services Employees International Union Local 200 United. Full time bargaining unit employees are all limited term faculty teaching term appointments on a full-time non-tenured and non-tenure track basis employed by Ithaca College at its Ithaca New York campus. Information about the Union can be found here: Successful candidates will be required to meet with union leadership prior to their first day.
Hiring Rate:
$43260
We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits including:
Healthcare including vision and dental
Generous Paid Time Off Policies
403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
EAP
Flexible Work Plans
Educational Benefits
Career-Enhancing Trainings
For an overview of our benefit offerings please visit an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources Ithaca College will consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.
Key Skills
- Teacher Coaching
- Public Health
- Google Docs
- Classroom Experience
- Systems Engineering
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Grant Writing
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- Writing Skills
About Company
Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering ... View more
