Senior Lecturer - Dept. of English The Ohio State University

Position Overview

The Department of English of The Ohio State University in Columbus is searching for Senior Lecturers to teach writing courses in Writing and Information Literacy in English (English 1110), Business & Professional Writing (English 3304), and Technical Writing (English 3305), and advanced writing embedded literacy courses (English 2367.01, 2367.02, 2367.04, 2367.05, 2367.06, 2367.07s, 2367.08, and English 3000. At Ohio State, English 1110 fulfills the Writing and Information Literacy (WIL) foundations requirement of the GE (formerly known as First-Year Writing).English 3304 and 3305 are two of the most popular courses that (among other writing courses) meet the new General Education Programs advanced writing embedded literacy requirement for several units across Ohio States campus, including students in Fisher College of Business, Actuarial Science, Speech and Hearing Science, and Natural Resource Management, for example. These two courses also serve students in the departments Minor in Professional Writing. Advanced writing embedded literacy courses include all the courses in the new general education Writing in the Themes category (2367.05 Writing and the U. S. Folk Experience; 2367.06 Composing Disability in the U.S.; 2367.07s Literacy Narratives of Black Columbus, a service-learning course; 2367.08 Writing about Video Games and Virtual Worlds; and English 3000 Writing and Social Change: Performing Citizenship. Additional advanced writing embedded literacy courses that are not part of Writing in the Themes include English 2367.01 Language, Identity, and Culture in the U.S. Experience; English 2367.02 Writing about Literature in the U.S. Experience; and 2367.04 Writing about Science and Technology.

This is a full-time (100%), nine-month appointment (autumn and spring semesters) with the potential for renewal, and the position includes access to health and retirement benefits. Additional benefit information can be found at . The assigned teaching load will be 4 sections per semester.

Performance Objectives

Successful candidates may teach English 1110, 3304, and/or 3305, versions of English 2367, or Writing in the Themes courses during the 202526 Academic Year. Candidates may teach other courses depending on departmental needs and the candidates background. Candidates will be chosen for this position based on their record of successful teaching.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required : Ph.D. or terminal degree in English and experience teaching in higher education.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include:

Required:

• Cover letter that articulates your philosophy and approach to teaching writing (especially to students from outside the English Department) and that indicates other courses in English that you have taught or would be qualified to teach
• Curriculum Vita (CV)

The College

The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college in and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field. The College values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community.

Department Information

Ohio State English one of the largest English departments in the United States is an innovative, flexible department that produces first-rate research and creative work while also focusing on creative course offerings, attention to diversity and comprehensive advising of our majors. Both disciplinary and interdisciplinary in our individual and collective work, the department supports BA, MA/PhD and MFA students in all subdisciplines of the field of English studies, preparing them for a wide range of careers.

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of Americas leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

The Ohio State Universitys Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) .

Located in Ohios capital city, Ohio States Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here . Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.