Writing Program Lecturer at Case Western Reserve University

The English Department at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) invites applications for one or more full-time lecturer positions in our Writing Program, which primarily serves the CWRU writing-intensive general education curriculum (see: https://case.edu/writing/academics). We seek colleagues who champion an inclusive university and who are excited to join our energetic and collegial program. Our first-year and advanced writing seminars cover a range of topics and emphasize intellectual inquiry, critical thinking, and academic writing. 

Primary Responsibilities & Duties: Design and lead first-year Academic Inquiry Seminars; Provide consultations for the campus community via the Writing Resource Center; Participate in professional development activities related to the teaching of writing

Additional Opportunities: Designing and teaching communication-intensive seminars, creative writing workshops, professional/technical/scientific communication courses, and/or other undergraduate courses; Pedagogical leadership and assessment activities are also available and are compensated

Appointment Terms: Teach the equivalent of 6 courses per academic year, which may include a mix of classroom teaching, providing instructional work through the Writing Resource Center, and other activities; Initial appointment is for one academic year, beginning August 2026; This position is eligible for annual reappointment

About Case Western Reserve and the Writing Program: CWRU is an independent research university located in Cleveland's University Circle, a square mile urban district of cultural, medical, educational, religious, and social service institutions. We enroll over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate/professional students in both liberal arts and professional/technical disciplines. The Writing Program serves as a resource for all CWRU writers, including undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff. Our Writing Resource Center offers consulting in several locations on campus, including our main site in Bellflower Hall, the historic building that serves as the home for Writers House, a gathering place for writers that supports community programming, craft workshops, and the New Gutenberg Annex, which is a moveable type print lab and book arts workshop.

The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $53,000 - $58,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework and/or experience teaching writing at the college level to students from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences; Ph.D. or terminal professional degree in a field relevant to the program’s mission by the start of the appointment

Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in teaching writing in the context of social science, engineering, healthcare and/or scientific disciplines; Experience working with multilingual writers; Evidence of creative, scholarly, clinical and/or industry experience relevant to the program’s mission  

For priority consideration, application materials should be submitted electronically by January 9, 2026.

Applications should be submitted via Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/176587)

Please submit the following materials:

• Letter of application that describes your educational background and experience teaching college-level writing (2 pages, maximum)
• CV
• Teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) that describes your values, goals, and beliefs about effective writing instruction at the college level
• Sample syllabus for a writing-intensive seminar that includes brief descriptions of major activities and writing assignments (5 pages, maximum)

CWRU and the Writing Program value activities that support inclusive excellence; we invite applicants to describe such activities in their cover letters and other application materials. 

When candidates are selected for interviews, they will be asked to provide 2 confidential letters of recommendation and to prepare to speak in detail about courses that they might teach at CWRU. 

Questions may be directed to Kimberly Emmons, Director of the Writing Program, at [email protected].