Lab Report Writing Instructor

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do.

Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary The FSRI Lab Report Writing Instructor will lead the development, planning and implementation of a mini introduction to laboratory report writing course (four sessions/classes total). The lecturer will work closely with FSRI professional staff to ensure that students will learn skills and concepts necessary to aid them in successfully writing a laboratory report during their first-year studies at Caltech. The course design should be interactive and require students to practice lab report writing at a level appropriate for an incoming student as well as for the short timeframe of the course.

Class will meet in ninety-minute sessions (August 26, August 28, September 4, September 11). The position is anticipated to start June 16, 2024, to begin preparing for the FSRI mini introduction to laboratory report writing course; 60 hours of course preparation is planned prior to the start of class. The FSRI writing course is scheduled from August 26 - September 11. Essential Job Duties Design a four-session summer mini course for incoming first-year students that will teach them the key writing skills and concepts necessary to write a successful laboratory report.

Develop all course materials including lecture notes and assignments. Plan and deliver all lectures, facilitate small group discussions, and provide regular feedback to students. Regularly update FSRI Program Director and staff of progress and report any issues.

Design and administer assessments throughout the program. Monitor students' academic progress and communicate concerns to FSRI Program Director and professional staff. Provide holistic feedback for each student that offers them an understanding of the strengths and limits of their work in the course.

Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications A Master's degree in STEM. Familiarity with STEM curriculum.

Proven expertise in developing and delivering course content materials and lectures to students. Experience working with college-level writers on academic writing. Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse students in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks with limited supervision. Required Documents Resume or CV.