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Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1 Primary Category Page: Staff and Management Division: Associate University Librarian Academic Requisition ID: 2385 Department: Library Learning and Curriculum Support Employee Type: Temporary Position Number: 10926041 Classification: P&M FT- Band 04 General Purpose The Writing Specialist position reports to the manager of the Writing and Learning Services unit in the Librarys Learning and Curriculum Support team. The unit supports student learning, writing, and information literacy at the University of Guelph. The Writing Specialist guides writers in thinking and writing critically and employs effective rhetorical strategies in specific contexts. Writing and Learning Services functions as a hub of support, community, and advocacy for students, staff, and faculty as they build skills in writing, communication, and other academic skills. Duties and Responsibilities Providing individual writing consultations to undergraduate and graduate students Developing, teaching, and assessing online and facetoface workshops and programs on a range of writing topics Cosupervising a team of student writing consultants, including recruitment, hiring, training, and professional development, and overseeing student consultations Supporting classroom instructors in developing writing instruction approaches for a variety of disciplines, courses, and assignments Researching and designing educational resources such as videos and asynchronous modules Collaborating with library staff and campus partners on a range of learning and curriculum projects Acquiring and maintaining current knowledge of universitylevel writing best practices through literature review and study Integrating writing skills into course curricula with consideration for multilingual writers, effective pedagogical practices, and assessment of writing Contributing to the units expertise by participating in research, assessment, and evaluation and dissemination of results Requirements Minimum of a Masters degree and two (2) years related practical experience teaching writing and assessing written work at the postsecondary level, or the equivalent combination of education and experience Expertise in delivering individual writing consultation strategies and knowledge of a variety of disciplines and genres, including experience supporting graduate student writers with academic papers, theses, and dissertations Excellent teaching, presenting, and writing skills in a variety of contexts, such as online, workshop, and shortcourse settings Demonstrated commitment to supporting IDEA practices within a postsecondary environment Knowledge of best practices in teaching writing and incorporating writing into curricula Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively and supportively within a team Strong organizational skills and a selfdirected approach to responsibilities High level of computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and other educational technologies Preferred Qualifications Understanding of the impact of Generative AI on supporting postsecondary academic writing development Initiative and commitment to supporting undergraduate students academic writing development Experience supporting science writers or a background in science writing Experience working with faculty to support student success Experience supervising students in a postsecondary environment At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups that are traditionally underrepresented. Posting Date: 04/24/2026 Closing Date: 05/08/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr