Essential Functions
· Offer writing support informed by a familiarity with the kinds of writing and documents that are common in one or more STEM disciplines (chemistry, biology, computer science, engineering, geology, physics and astronomy, and so on).
· Participate in ongoing education and professional development, including weekly training in writing center theory and practice, included in paid work hours.
· Hold face-to-face and online consultations with a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate student writers from STEM fields.
· Give targeted comments and feedback during appointed shift times on asynchronously submitted papers.
· In working with individuals and groups of writers, clarify writers’ needs, collaboratively set agendas, and identify relevant strategies and resources.
· Use research and problem-solving skills to address a wide range of writing questions and issues.
· Continue to learn and apply new knowledge in writing genres, processes, concepts, and approaches to consulting, including valued practices in peer learning, inquiry-based and non-evaluative peer writing support.
· Document consultations thoroughly; communicate effectively with writers and other audiences.
· Work in shifts of 2-5 hours, including evenings and weekends in some quarters (most consultants work 8-11 hours per week).
· After your first quarter, support STEM outreach efforts.
· Be an active member of a collaborative and inclusive community.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Ability to compose and recognize clear, coherent, nuanced writing in STEM genres.
· Skill in identifying opportunities for revision and editing in one’s own and others’ writing.
· Willingness to work with a wide variety of writers using a wide variety of strategies.
· Willingness to explore one’s own writing processes, learn about writing in varied disciplines and contexts, and see oneself as an ongoing learner.
· Ability to think critically, assess situations, and solve problems.
· Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
· Ability to use online and print resources to address writing questions.
· Commitment to becoming an engaged member of a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Required Qualifications
· Must be studying in a STEM (or closely related) field.
· Experience in writing, revising, and editing researched academic papers of more than five pages.
· Undergraduate students must be enrolled at the sophomore level or above and have passed WRIT 1133 or the equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
· Fluency in a language in addition to English.
· Experience in teaching or tutoring at any grade level and in any subject.
· Experience in writing academic papers in more than one academic field or discipline.
· Successfully having collaborated on a conference paper, research poster, or grant proposal while in college or graduate school.
· Proficiency with using APA, IEEE, or CBE citation styles.
Working Environment
· Standard office environment.
· Unexpected interruptions may occur; stress level is low to moderate.
· Noise level is quiet to moderate.
Physical Activities
· Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period.
· Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 10 lbs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement & Notice of Background Check
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information, please see the University of Denver’s Non-Discrimination Statement.
All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. These are required for all part-time, full-time and student employee hires.
