Lecturer/Instructor in Scandinavian and German Medieval Studies
Department of German
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, invites applications for a one year full-time position of Lecturer/Instructor in Scandinavian and German Medieval Studies. Successful candidates are expected to teach a range of courses on the undergraduate level, including a large General Education course. Applicants must have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.
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Candidates with a PhD in Scandinavian, German Medieval Studies or related field will be considered as a Lecturer. Candidates who are ABD or hold a Master’s degree in Scandinavian, German Medieval Studies or related field will be considered as an Instructor. PhD in Scandinavian or German Medieval Studies is preferred. Desirable is an additional interest to work in a comparative and interdisciplinary framework such as the global Middle Ages, visual studies, cultural theory, ecocriticism, and/or gender studies. Candidates with a documented commitment to working with students from groups historically marginalized or underrepresented in the field through teaching and mentoring are especially encouraged to apply. Target start date is August 16, 2022. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full-time, 9-month appointment, non-tenure track position, renewable yearly subject to enrollments, funding, and positive performance evaluations.
To apply, create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu, directly apply to our position and submit application materials by May 2, 2022. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, and contact information for three professional references. Referees will be contacted electronically 1-2 business days after submission of the application. Early application submission is encouraged to allow time for referees to submit letters of recommendation. Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered.
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