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The University of Texas at Dallas

Part-time Lecturer- Language and Literature / Literary Studies

The University of Texas at Dallas, MD, United States

Part-time Lecturer- Language and Literature / Literary Studies

Position Title: Part-time Lecturer- Language and Literature / Literary Studies

Department: Arts, Humanities, and Technology

Salary Range: Negotiable

Pay Basis: Monthly

Position Status: Regular part-time

Location: (Location details not provided)

Posting Open Date: 07/01/2024

Posting Close Date: 07/31/2025

Desired Start Date: 08/16/2024

Job Summary: Lecturers teach one or more undergraduate courses in a given term during the 2024-2025 academic year. Appointments carry no guarantee or expectation of renewal or tenure. Applicants should upload a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching experience; and the full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Minimum Education and Experience: An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline/topic and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience: An earned master’s degree in a foreign language is required. Two years of college-level teaching in an institution similar to UT Dallas is preferred.

Literature, Rhetoric, and Creative Writing: A Master’s degree in literature (e.g., American, British, Chinese, European, Latin American, and World/Comparative), creative writing, translation studies, rhetoric, or linguistics is required. A doctoral degree in literature, creative writing, translation studies, rhetoric, or linguistics is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Prepare and teach undergraduate classes and/or Labs;
  2. Maintain contact with student population in the classroom and via electronic learning platforms (eLearning);
  3. Contribute assessment information and data as requested through the administration and the Assessment Team;
  4. Participate in course evaluation surveys.

Special Instructions Summary:

  1. All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
  2. The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans.
  3. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * How did you learn of this employment opportunity?
    • Governmental Agency Job Posting
    • University's Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement in The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Advertisement in a Publication or Journal in my Academic Discipline
    • Personal Referral
    • Another Website
    • Other
  • * Which most accurately describes your highest earned degree?
    • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
    • Doctor of Education (EdD)
    • Other Doctoral Degree (DSci, DAud, MD, etc.)
    • Specialist's Degree (EdS)
    • Professional Degree
    • Juris Doctor
    • Master's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Associate's Degree
    • Certificate
  • * In which Academic Discipline is your highest earned degree?

    (Open Ended Question)

  • In what areas do you hold any additional licenses or certifications valid in the State of Texas?

    (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Other Document
  • Relevant URL
  • Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
  • Teaching Evaluations

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