(PPIT) - Professional Development Series Communications Associate

Description of Duties

The Writing Instructor will be responsible for assessing a set of academic dossiers from PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows in PPIT. The academic dossier will include a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and positionality statement, as well as selected supporting material. A focus will be on providing high-quality and precise feedback, allowing the participants to improve their work. A set of clear criteria for assessment will be provided, and the Writing Instructor will work with the supervisor in ensuring effective feedback. Specifically, the Writing Instructor will:

• Provide feedback on academic dossiers (including research statement, teaching statement, CV and cover letter) for a group of PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows
• Met with supervisor to discuss trends/areas for consideration regarding further resources for participants
• Carry out all duties online

Minimum Qualifications

• At least a Master’s degree in an appropriate discipline (such as, but not limited to, Communication, English, Engineering, Education, Technology Studies) with strong written and oral communication skills.
• A PhD in an appropriate discipline (as above). Familiarity with engineering communication practices or other experience is also highly desirable. Previous experience as a Writing Instructor for the Prospective Professors in Training (PPIT) program is considered an asset.