Lecturer in the University Writing Program
About The Position
The University Writing Program at Brandeis University seeks a full-time Lecturer beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach first-year writing courses, primarily Composition Seminars (CSEM), with a 3/3 teaching load, and provide English Language Learning (ELL) support to first-year students as needed. Additional responsibilities may include supporting developing writers, English language learners, and multilingual students through tutoring, small-group instruction, and other language-support initiatives. Course releases may be provided as appropriate. This is a renewable one-year appointment, subject to programmatic needs and budgetary approval. The authorized salary range is $68,000–$70,000, commensurate with experience. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate writing instruction and hold a Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with significant experience teaching first-year composition and supporting first-year students through individualized writing instruction, tutoring, academic coaching, and related student success initiatives. Applicants should submit a cover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the position, an up-to-date CV, a concise statement describing their experience working with developing writers, English language learners, or multilingual learners and their involvement in student success interventions, a teaching portfolio including a sample composition-course syllabus and selected evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names and contact information for two professional references. Brandeis will contact references confidentially for candidates who advance in the search process. For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 15, 2026; review will continue until the position is filled.
Requirements
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate writing instruction.
- Hold a Ph.D. in English, Rhetoric and Composition, or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Significant experience teaching first-year composition.
- Experience supporting first-year students through individualized writing instruction, tutoring, academic coaching, and related student success initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Teach a 3/3 load of first-year writing courses, primarily Composition Seminars (CSEM).
- Provide English Language Learning (ELL) support to first-year students as needed.
- As needed, support developing writers, English language learners, and multilingual students through tutoring, small-group instruction, and other language-support initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
