Council of Writing Program Administrators

The Department of Communication Studies in the Northwestern University School of Communication seeks to hire for an appointment in rhetoric and composition at the rank of lecturer. The appointment would be for a period of three years beginning in August, 2009, with possibility of renewal. Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree required.

We are looking for candidates who can teach public speaking and written composition, administer a required public speaking course, and assist faculty who are teaching courses that fulfill departmental writing requirements. The candidate must be willing to teach at the School's Evanston campus as well as its campus in Doha, Qatar. Specific terms for residency will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Residency in Doha would include free housing and a substantial addition in salary.

The Department of Communication Studies supports a popular undergraduate major and graduate programs in Media, Technology, and Society, Interaction and Social Influence, and Rhetoric and Public Culture. Scholarship includes leading work on new media, technology and society, social networks, and the cultural determination of the public sphere. Through special resources for research support and scholarly event programming, the department is able to offer rich opportunities for scholarly development.

Northwestern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

Applications should be sent to Professor Angela Ray, Chair, Rhetoric Search Committee, Department of Communication Studies, Northwestern University, 2240 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208-3545. Applications should include a letter of application, a current CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.