Adjunct Instructor, Writing & Communications

Job Description

Stevens Institute of Technology is inviting applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Writing and Communications. Adjunct instructors teach HASS 103 Writing and Communications Colloquium a required course designed to introduce all Stevens students to the principles of college-level academic discourse including rhetorical strategies textual analysis research skills and public speaking skills.

Successful candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in teaching writing to first-year students and should have a masters degree or higher (including ABD) in a humanities field with a demonstrated interest in the area of first-year writing.

Requirements of this position include:

• Teaching the HASS 103 syllabus designed by the School of Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS)
• Attending all class sessions
• Grading and providing feedback to students
• Completing all assessment requirements
• Holding requisite office hours
• Meeting several times during the semester with HASS 1st-year faculty for updates and to review course progress
• Adhering to policies stated in the HASS faculty handbook

To apply: Visit to apply online via the Stevens HR Jobs Portal. Required documents include a c.v. a cover letter outlining experience and teaching philosophy and the names and e-mail addresses of three references.

More information please contact: Billy Middleton at .

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Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act the base salary range for this position is listed below. This range represents the Universitys good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates experience education skills internal equity market data and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget qualifications and relevant credentials.

Standard: $5425

4-hour Studio: $5700

Discussion Section Leaders: $1350

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including but not necessarily limited to race color religion creed sex national origin nationality citizenship status age ancestry marital or domestic partnership or civil union status familial status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression atypical cellular or blood trait genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions disability or any protected military or veteran status.

Stevens is building a diverse faculty staff and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as well as other federal seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students faculty and staff.