Consults with specified classes/departments regarding writing
or audio/video matters.
Review and provide feedback to graduate students' work
submitted to writingcoach@tamiu.edu
Assist graduate students structure and develop their
ideas.
Instruct graduate students in strategies to develop their
writing skills.
Review graduate student papers and provide constructive and
supportive feedback.
Coach graduate students to develop their scholarly voice and
self-confidence.
Edit journal articles and theses.
Provide writing feedback and instruction to graduate students
in individual appointments and occasionally in small groups.
Guide graduate students who are writing theses through the
process of finding a topic, preparing an idea paper, wiring a
proposal, and/or finishing a thesis.
Assists thesis and dissertation students with proper formatting
and graduate school compliance.
Provides assistance to graduate student writing groups and
programs.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and
authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list
of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Attend regular TAMIU Graduate School meetings.
- Engage in professional development activities to improve job
effectiveness.
- Travel to conferences and represent the TAMIU Graduate
School.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Bachelor's degree in applicable field.
- Experience - Four years of related experience as a
writer, editor, teacher of writing or public speaking, or
tutor/administrator in a writing, speaking, or learning center, to
include experience working with graduate students on writing
dissertations and theses and facilitating writing groups.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Master's degree or a minimum of 18 SCH at the graduate level in
applicable field.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Word processing applications.
- Writing basics.
Ability to:
- Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Licensing / Professional Certification - None.
Physical Requirements - General office environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Supervision of Others
- This position generally supervises employees.
Other Requirements
- Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.
- Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
- Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance
on campus and in the workplace.
Salary: $17.54/hour
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application
process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested
information, upload documents and Submit the application.
You
will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once
you "Submit" the application materials. The software does not
allow you to "Save" your application and return to complete the
process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area
provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to
include:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- 3 professional references and their full contact
information
- Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a
criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon
the institution's verification of credentials and/or other
information required by the institution's procedures, including the
completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMIU_External/job/Laredo-TX/Writing-Consultant-III_R-096817
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