Post by gig on Sept 19, 2010 10:17:16 GMT -5
Cengage Learning is a leading provider of innovative teaching, learning and research solutions for the academic, professional and library markets worldwide. The company's products and services are designed to foster academic excellence and professional development, increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes.
Content Writer - Sociology
Job Information
Location: CA-Belmont Shift:
Job Type: Regular Schedule: full-time
Description
Aplia, a Cengage Learning product, is revolutionizing how students learn. We create online, interactive learning solutions that increase student effort and engagement in their high school and college courses. We have helped 1,500,000 students at more than 1,800 institutions since product inception in 2002 and are looking for eager and like-minded individuals to join our brainy, creative, and lively group!
The Content Writer will create new Sociology content and shape our Sociology online tools to best serve students and professors alike. This is a full-time, on-site position located in our Belmont, CA office.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Write, review, and edit online teaching materials for undergraduate Sociology courses
- Work with our team of content developers and project editors to help determine priorities and accomplish goals of Aplia’s Sociology discipline
- Be familiar with our current content to advise the sales and support teams on any content-related questions
- Assist students and teachers by answering content specific questions
- Review and develop innovative Sociology tools to best serve our students and professors
Basic Qualifications Required:
- Master’s degree in Sociology
- Must have experience teaching undergraduate courses in Sociology
- Excellent knowledge of grammar and command of the English language
- Top-notch written and oral communication skills
- Computer savvy with the ability to quickly pick up technical skills
- Bright, hard-working, flexible, dedicated, and team-focused self starter
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Sociology
- Formal editorial / writing experience
- Familiarity with the Aplia platform
To be considered, please submit a cover letter along with your resume explaining why you think you are the ideal applicant.
Cengage Learning is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
Content Writer - Sociology
Job Information
Location: CA-Belmont Shift:
Job Type: Regular Schedule: full-time
Description
Aplia, a Cengage Learning product, is revolutionizing how students learn. We create online, interactive learning solutions that increase student effort and engagement in their high school and college courses. We have helped 1,500,000 students at more than 1,800 institutions since product inception in 2002 and are looking for eager and like-minded individuals to join our brainy, creative, and lively group!
The Content Writer will create new Sociology content and shape our Sociology online tools to best serve students and professors alike. This is a full-time, on-site position located in our Belmont, CA office.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Write, review, and edit online teaching materials for undergraduate Sociology courses
- Work with our team of content developers and project editors to help determine priorities and accomplish goals of Aplia’s Sociology discipline
- Be familiar with our current content to advise the sales and support teams on any content-related questions
- Assist students and teachers by answering content specific questions
- Review and develop innovative Sociology tools to best serve our students and professors
Basic Qualifications Required:
- Master’s degree in Sociology
- Must have experience teaching undergraduate courses in Sociology
- Excellent knowledge of grammar and command of the English language
- Top-notch written and oral communication skills
- Computer savvy with the ability to quickly pick up technical skills
- Bright, hard-working, flexible, dedicated, and team-focused self starter
- Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Sociology
- Formal editorial / writing experience
- Familiarity with the Aplia platform
To be considered, please submit a cover letter along with your resume explaining why you think you are the ideal applicant.
Cengage Learning is an equal opportunity employer, committed to attracting and retaining a talented and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.
