AY 24-25 Adjunct Faculty Pool - Technical and Professional Writing Job at Portla
Portland State University, Portland, OR, United States, 97204
AY 24-25 Adjunct Faculty Pool – Technical and Professional Writing
Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university offering tremendous opportunities to 22,000 students from all backgrounds. The English Department provides courses in literature, rhetoric, composition and critical theory, equipping students with critical approaches to texts and professional writing.
Position Summary
Qualified instructors are needed to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Technical and Professional Writing. Courses include: WR 227 (Introduction to Technical Writing), WR 327 (Technical Report Writing), and WR 431/531 (Advanced Topics in Technical Writing Technologies).
Minimum Qualifications
- For WR 227/327: Prior experience teaching college‑level technical, professional or business writing.
- For WR 431/531: Documentable and extensive professional experience using industry‑standard technical communication technology tools.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications
- For all courses: Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
- For WR 227/327: Prior experience teaching at the college level.
- For WR 431/531: Professional experience in technical writing.
Diversity and Inclusion
- Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
- Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, identities and cultural backgrounds.
- Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
- Adheres to all PSU’s policies, including those on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Professional Standards of Conduct
All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. These standards apply to the entire PSU community.
Compensation
Base rate at minimum $1,271 per credit.
Background Check
Background check required: Yes
Driving Requirement
No motor vehicle required.
Application Instructions
Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and statement of teaching philosophy. If you have questions, email eng@pdx.edu and enter “Adjunct Faculty Application” in the subject line.