Technical Writing Director jobs in Saint Louis, MO

Position Summary:

Assistant Professor of English/Technical Writing Specialist

Application Deadline:

Open until filled with review of applications to begin November 16, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.

Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Excellent organizational and management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders as well as excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Training in composition pedagogy.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting equitable literacy practices and creating inclusive, accessible learning environments for diverse populations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Specialization in professional writing and technical communication.

Education and Experience:

• A record of scholarship and publication or evidence of a productive research agenda.
• Previous experience with or preparation for teaching courses in professional writing and rhetoric and composition.
• Ph.D. in English, Technical Communication, Rhetoric, Writing Studies, or a related discipline by start date of appointment.
• Evidence of experience working with underprepared and diverse student population.
• Established record of publication as well as experience and excellence in teaching a variety of courses in specialty.
• Upon hired an official sealed transcript is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Light sedentary office work.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing/walking.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, functions, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, functions, and activities may be modified, changed or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice, subject to all applicable local, state, and federal laws.