How to Apply

Please create one pdf containing:

1. your letter of application;
2. a current CV;
3. a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, and Justice (DEIAJ) statement;
4. a statement of teaching philosophy that elaborates your experience with and commitment to Writing across the Curriculum (WAC), Writing in the Disciplines (WID) and Writing Enriched Curriculum (WEC); and
5. the names of three (3) references, in lieu of letters of recommendation.

Please include your last name in the title of all documents, and upload the pdf at the "Apply Now" button above.

Please do not send quantitative or qualitative teaching evaluations, student testimonials, or other supplemental materials at this time; we may request additional materials at a later stage.

Job Summary

A comprehensive writing center and an independent academic unit in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), the Sweetland Center for Writing is guided by commitments to equity, anti-racism, and linguistic justice in its support of student writing at all levels and in all forms and modes. Please visit the Sweetland Center for Writing website for more information about the programs and services offered, and to read our DEI statement.

Sweetland seeks to hire a LEO Lecturer III with expertise in Writing across the Curriculum (WAC) / Writing in the Disciplines (WID) / Writing Enriched Curriculum (WEC). In addition to teaching core courses in Sweetland, strong candidates will have experience allowing them to work collaboratively to help departments in the disciplines develop curricula for Upper-Level Writing Requirement (ULWR) courses, offer an array of supportive workshops on issues of common concern to faculty and Graduate Student Instructors (GSIs) teaching writing, develop resources for fostering access in ULWR courses, and provide individualized teaching support for new and continuing courses.

Teaching load is 3/3 per academic year. Typically, one "class" each term consists of 10 hours per week consulting in Sweetland's Writing Workshop.

Core courses for this position will include: Writing 400: Advanced Rhetoric and Research (fulfills the Upper-Level Writing Requirement), Writing 993: Teaching Writing in the Disciplines (trains GSIs to teach in ULWR courses), and Writing Workshop (10 hr/week). Additional courses may include: Writing 160: Multimodal Composition (fulfills the First-Year Writing Requirement), Writing 405: Contemporary Topics and Multidisciplinary Writing (fulfills the Upper-Level Writing Requirement), Writing 630: Advanced Writing for Graduate Students, and Writing 631: Dissertation Writing.

Administrative/service duties for this position include serving on two of Sweetland's standing committees and supporting LSA departments in a range of areas related to the Upper-Level Writing Requirement (ULWR), including the development of teaching resources for the ULWR (e.g., workshops for faculty and GSIs, handouts for Sweetland's Guides to Teaching Writing webpage).

About this Position

The Sweetland Center for Writing approves the departmental curricular offerings that satisfy the Upper-Level Writing Requirement in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. All students in LSA must fulfill the Upper-Level Writing Requirement to graduate. The ULWR builds upon the skills and strategies developed in first-year writing courses by providing upper-level students with a significant writing experience that refines their ability to write effectively both within disciplines and for the public. ULWR courses attend to the writing process and present structured opportunities for feedback and revision, as well as help students cultivate disciplinary reflection. These courses are taught in all departments and programs in LSA, and assignments encompass the range of writing activities and forms typical of academic and professional contexts.

The Sweetland Center for Writing supports the ULWR by

• establishing course guidelines and developing models for writing instruction
• approving ULWR-designated courses
• funding and training GSIs to assist in writing instruction
• offering consultation for faculty designing or revising a ULWR course

This position is a key role within Sweetland's WAC/WID/WEC team and is ideal for individuals who excel in both collaborative and independent work. The role involves managing administrative tasks while also engaging in programming and consulting with faculty and instructors. We seek candidates who are passionate about exploring and enhancing writing instruction across various academic fields, and facilitating curricular and pedagogical changes. Responsibilities include designing and leading instructional support workshops, developing resources, and providing instructional consultations. If you are enthusiastic about supporting effective writing instruction and being part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Required Qualifications*

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in writing studies or related field
• Demonstrated excellence in and commitment to teaching writing
• Expertise in the areas of WAC/WID/WEC
• Capacity to teach writing using theoretically grounded research-based practices at a range of levels
• Experience in instructional development and pedagogical methods

Successful candidates will demonstrate a cross-culturally informed praxis and a commitment to fostering an equitable environment that promotes the success and participation of all students, staff, and faculty.

Desired Qualifications*

• In-depth understanding of writing pedagogy development and awareness of its broader impacts
• Experience implementing writing pedagogy training programs and materials to address organizational requirements
• Experience performing program assessments, creating recommendations, and demonstrating strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience teaching and/or developing multidisciplinary courses

Sweetland is committed to providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for refining these qualifications.

Collaborative potential and excellence in both teaching and instructional service, as well as evidence of reflective teaching practices and attention to iterative improvement, will be the principal criteria used to select the successful candidate.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

The deadline for applications is January 8, 2025, and we anticipate notifying the successful candidate by early April, 2025. Please direct questions to: [email protected].

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.