Adjunct Lecturer, Applied Writing in the Narrative Medicine Context and Beyond (Spring '26) at Columbia University

Columbia University School of Professional Studies invites applications for the role of Adjunct Lecturer to teach Applied Writing in the Narrative Medicine Context and Beyond a core course in the schools M.S. in Narrative Medicine program.The program prepares health professionals writers and scholars to apply the skills and values of narrative understanding to improve outcomes for both patients and caregivers and to investigate issues pertinent to health and healthcare in a rigorous transdisciplinary setting. The programs curriculum can be found here. This course introduces students to the practice and purpose of writing with a focus on how writing shapes thought emotion and behavior. Through readings discussion and guided writing exercises students examine the impact of writing on individuals and explore its applications in clinical settings. By the end of the course students develop a deeper understanding of their own writing process and gain practical skills for facilitating writing with others in clinical contexts.The course is scheduled to meet weekly on Thursdays during the Spring 26 semester from 3:10 p.m. to 6:00 p.m EST.ResponsibilitiesLead in-person class lectures instructional activities and classroom discussionEvaluate student work and grade assignmentsMonitor student concerns and inquiries and be the first point of contact for student questionsHold weekly office hoursPrepare maintain and enhance the course in Canvas Columbia Universitys learning management system for onsite and online coursesParttime Lecturers who are new to SPS must complete Canvas training (online learning management system)Attend Narrative Medicine faculty meetingsServing as an Adjunct Lecturer provides an outstanding opportunity to educate and mentor students in the field of narrative medicine as well as to form a rewarding professional relationship with Columbia Universitys world-class faculty. Qualifications : Columbia University SPS operates under a scholar-practitioner faculty model which enables students to learn from faculty that have outstanding academic training as well as a record of accomplishment as practitioners in an applied professional setting. RequirementsMFA in Creative Writing or a related fieldExperience teaching writing at the university level with a strong grasp of craft reflective practice and process-oriented pedagogy.Strong communication and problem solving skills and an ability to multi-taskPreferred Skills & ExperienceFamiliarity with the field of Narrative MedicineA terminal degree in one of the above mentioned disciplines2 years graduate-level university teaching experienceAdditional Information : Compensation Range - $11000 - $12000 per semester-length course.Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until positions are filled.All applicants please provide:A resume/CV inclusive of university teaching experience -- highlight teaching at the graduate levelA cover letter detailing detailing their suitability to teach the course Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. student evaluations of teaching teaching observation summaries etc.)Writing sampleAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / VeteranRemote Work : NoEmployment Type : Part-time Key Skills Computer Data Entry,Account Management,Apache Commons,ABAP,Content Development,BPO Experience: years Vacancy: 1