First Year Writing Adjunct

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham University seeks to fill Adjunct Instructor positions in its First Year Writing program. Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree in a relevant field and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities include teaching writing sections, collaborating with faculty, and holding office hours for students. The position emphasizes a supportive and culturally vibrant campus environment.

Applications are ongoing. For details, visit www.chatham.edu/careers.

Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Completion of a doctoral degree preferred.
• Experience teaching and mentoring at the college level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach sections of First Year Writing using a predesigned syllabus.
• Consult with faculty to align course content with goals.
• Hold office hours for additional student support.
• Participate in adjunct instructor training sessions.

Education

Master's degree in English/Literature, Creative/Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Composition, or a relevant field

Job description

Chatham University welcomes your interest in employment opportunities and encourages you to review open positions. Please note that Chatham does not accept unsolicited applications.

Chatham University seeks to fill Adjunct Instructor positions in its First Year Writing program. Individuals with professional experience and training in rhetoric and composition, literary studies, and/or academic research and writing are encouraged to apply.

The First Year Writing curriculum aligns with the University’s core values of sustainability, community engagement, and inclusion. All First Year Writing sections share a common syllabus and schedule of assignments, but instructors may customize readings, discussions, and assignment prompts around their own topic choices and utilize a variety of teaching methods to promote student engagement such as experiential learning, group discussion, project work, multimedia, or other techniques.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals’ intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus that promotes employee and student success and retention.

Review of applications is ongoing.

Position Summary

Adjunct positions will be filled as needed in First Year Writing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach sections of First Year Writing using a predesigned syllabus template.
• Consult and collaborate with other faculty to align course content with departmental teaching goals and objectives.
• Hold office hours and be available to first‑year students for additional support and mentorship.
• Participate in adjunct instructor training sessions.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s degree in English/Literature, Creative/Professional Writing, Rhetoric and Composition, or a relevant field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a doctoral degree in English/Literature, Rhetoric and Composition, or a relevant field.
• Experience teaching and mentoring at the college level.
• Professional and/or lived experiences that advance the University’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

How to Apply

• Cover letter addressing how your experience and training align with the qualifications of the position. Indicate whether you are available for in‑person or online teaching, or both.
• Curriculum vitae or resume.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Interested candidates should visit www.chatham.edu/careers and follow the instructions to complete the application process.

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.