Grader for WGSS

Department: Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies
FTE: 0.40
Terms: Winter 
Academic Year: 2025-26 

Duties:

Seeking qualified applicants for Graduate Employee grading position for WGS 221 Bodies and Power. Although duties may vary somewhat, the successful candidate should be willing to assist with grading, attend classes, hold office hours, and advise students, as needed. Graduate students pursuing any master’s or doctoral degree may apply. Our General Duties and Responsibilities Statement (GDRS), which includes our general appointment/reappointment process and criteria, is available online

Preferred Qualifications:

· Admission to a University of Oregon graduate program and currently in good standing. 

· Substantial background in intersectional women's and gender studies. 

· Record of academic excellence and/or important experience in intersectional women's and gender issues.

· Strong interdisciplinary background. 

· Experience collaborating and grading preferred. 

· Cross-cultural sensitivity. 

· Ability to work independently. 

· Previous teaching/grading experience in WGS and/or related fields. 

· Enrollment in the Department of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies’ graduate certificate program.

Application Procedure:

Compile all required documents into a single PDF: 

Application Packets must include: 

  • A short statement by the candidate outlining interests, qualifications, and future goals in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.
  • CV
  • Names and contact information of two academic references, including your primary academic advisor. Letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the applicant’s advisor and address student’s progress toward degree, may be requested at a later date.
  • A one-page narrative describing your approach to topics in WGS
  • And, if available, teaching evaluations from any previously taught courses. o A brief interview (via zoom) with hiring committee members

Application review begins immediately, submit by 1/5/2026 to ensure consideration

 

Application Email: wgs@uoregon.edu

Deadline Date: Saturday, 01-10-26

Open Until Filled: No
Open Until Filled, Review Begins On: Immediately

Contact Information:
Emily Cornell

ecornell@uoregon.edu