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University of Colorado Instructor of Technical Communication and Information Design in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Instructor of Technical Communication and Information Design - 32848 Faculty
Description
Instructor
Technical Communication and Information Design, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences.
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Who We Are
Join the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=https://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs) (UCCS) team as our Instructor in Technical Communications and Information Design . This position is required to work on-site. In Colorado Springs (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=https://www.visitcos.com/) , enjoy stunning natural landscapes, rich history, arts, and a dynamic tech scene. Join a community that values both outdoor adventure and forward-thinking growth. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
Salary/Pay Range : $ 50,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.
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Summary
The non-tenure track instructor will be expected to teach in-person courses in the TCID department beginning fall 2024. The teaching load for the academic year is twenty-four credits, or eight three-credit courses; the IRC faculty member will teach a 4/4 load. Course sizes range from 15-20 students. Course format is primarily in-person, while hyflex and hybrid courses may be required, as necessary; this instructor will be able to integrate computer and other educational technologies effectively into the instructional process. Courses taught may fall between 8am and 8pm Monday-Friday.
The IRC faculty member will teach TCID 2080 (Business & Administrative Writing) and/or TCID 2090 (Technical Writing and Presentation) and may be responsible for developing and teaching additional courses to support department goals.
In addition to teaching TCID 2080 and/or TCID 2090, the position may be responsible for teaching topics such as TCID fundamentals, UX, editing, design, cross-cultural communication, and others as necessary. Experience designing and incorporating service-learning opportunities into courses is desired; additionally, industry experience in technical communications is helpful to the role.
All faculty are required to attend monthly professional development workshops during the academic year. IRC faculty will also perform duties expected of full-time faculty (including maintaining office hours, holding conferences with students, providing students with timely feedback, creating a learning environment that fosters student success, and, more generally, remaining abreast of best practices and scholarship in professional and technical writing). This instructor should possess the ability to work effectively with students of various ages and of diverse competencies and cultural backgrounds. They will contribute to a collegial and collaborative work environment.
Tentative Search Timeline
Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 5, 2024.
Potential interview dates: the week of April 15, 2024.
Potential start date: August 19, 2024 .
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Education: A master's degree in technical communication (or related field)
Experience: Graduate coursework in professional and/or technical communication
Preferred Qualifications
Evidence of successful in-person teaching in technical communication, professional communication, and related courses.
Evidence of successful teaching with computers and other technologies.
Graduate training in the teaching of professional and technical communication.
Applicants with experience designing and incorporating service-learning opportunities are preferred, as are those with industry experience in technical communication.
UCCS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Under the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
UCCS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify our office at hrhelp@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=hrhelp@uccs.edu) .
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by April 5, 2024 by 5pm MST will receive full consideration. Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Upon request, please be prepared to provide three professional references, including their email contact information. Have by August 12th, 2024, a terminal degree in a field relevant to the position. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=cucareershelp@cu.edu) . Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact, Alex Ilyasova, kilyasov@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=kilyasov@uccs.edu) . The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Additional Attachments - Refer to Application Materials Instructions Below Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current CV/resume. 2. A cover letter. 3. Teaching Statement. 4. Sample Technical Communications course syllabus. When submitting the materials, check the "Job Specific Attachments" box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.
Job Category : Faculty
Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department: C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - 40397 - LAS-TCID
Schedule : Full-time
Posting Date : Mar 8, 2024
Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Alex Ilyasova Posting Contact Email: kilyasov@uccs.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5093337&targetURL=kilyasov@uccs.edu) Position Number: 00481323
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