Writing Instructor: Health Sciences Writing Centre (HSWC) 1 1

Job title:

Writing Instructor: Health Sciences Writing Centre (HSWC) 1 1

Company

University of Toronto

Job description

Date Posted: 06/11/2024
Req ID: 37870
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course No. and Title:Writing Instructor: Health Sciences Writing Centre (HSWC)Course Enrollment:N/AEstimated Number of Hours:300 hoursDuties:To provide individual writing instruction to students in all programs within the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Nursing, and the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. In addition, writing instruction is to be provided to undergraduate and graduate students in the other Health Sciences faculties: Pharmacy, and Social Work. Instruction will address disciplinary writing conventions in the health sciences, with a focus on organization, reasoning, style, language use, and academic integrity. Writing Instructors are also expected to engage in teaching writing workshops, liaise with faculty on assignment expectations and contribute to professional development within the Writing Centre.Qualification:Completed graduate degree from a post-secondary institution. Candidates should possess demonstrated skills for teaching academic writing across a variety of health sciences disciplines. Previous experience teaching writing to university students is essential. Experience in health sciences or social science writing instruction at the university level is preferred.Dates of AppointmentSeptember 1, 2024 – July 31, 2025The following rates of pay are applicable:

• $53.41 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor I)
• $56.07 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor I Long Term)
• $57.42 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor II)
• $58.58 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor II Long Term)
• $59.11 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor II priority)
• $60.29 per hour + 4% vacation pay (Writing Instructor II priority Long Term)

Application Process:To be considered for a position, please send:

• an application letter
• a completed CUPE3902/Unit 3 job application form (available online at:
• a curriculum vitae
• a short writing sample
• the names and contact information of two referees

to:Roz Spafford, Acting Director, Health Sciences Writing CentreFaculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education(Applications will be accepted by e-mail only)Closing Date: 07/02/2024, 11:59PM EDT
**This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Expected salary

$53.41 per hour

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:39:51 GMT

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