Assistant Lecturer, World Languages and Literatures

The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Skidmore College invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Assistant Lecturer position in Chinese beginning January 2027. This is a one semester appointment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach one 4-credit Chinese Language course in the spring 2027 semester.
• A minimum of an MA in Chinese linguistics, language pedagogy, second-language acquisition or a related field; native or near-native proficiency in Chinese and excellent command of English; and evidence of experience and commitment to language teaching at all levels typically offered in U.S. universities and college
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level

Salary Range: $10,228.00

All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on October 10th and continue until the position is filled.

Apply online: https://www.skidmore.edu/hr/index.php

Questions? Please contact

Mao Chen, Professor of Chinese, maochen@skidmore.edu

About Skidmore College

Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college of ~2,500 students representing 47 states and 46 countries. With a student faculty ratio of 8:1, we value close interaction, creative pedagogy, and teacher scholar excellence.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable post-offer background check result.

No Visa Sponsorship is available for this position

EEO STATEMENT

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