Part Time Lecturer in Chinese, Chinese Flagship Program, Department of Asian Languages and Literature
Position Overview
Organization: Asian Languages & Literature
Title: Part Time Lecturer in Chinese, Chinese Flagship Program, Department of Asian Languages and Literature
Position Details
Position Description
The Department of Asian Languages and Literature in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington (Seattle) invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure eligible position. This position has an anticipated start date of Autumn 2022 and end date of June 15, 2023, with the possibility for renewal.
Teaching load will consist of five courses a year (on the quarter system), with the possibility of mentoring students through additional independent studies. Salary is competitive and benefits will be included. Benefits eligibility information can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/eligibility-for-insurance/.
In addition to teaching, the person will work closely with other Chinese program faculty to meet the academic needs of Flagship students. The position will be involved in interviewing and selecting students for Flagship Program participation and will provide feedback about student progress and language proficiency of each student. The position will also be involved in assisting the director to interview and select Flagship tutors, and working with other program faculty and staff to organize cultural events as needed.
Qualifications
MA in Chinese language, linguistics, or a related field. The degree must be completed by the start date. Experience in teaching Chinese as a second language at the college level, preferably at the advanced level, is a must. Teaching experience with computer-aided instruction and online resources is strongly preferred. Experiences and interest in organizing cultural events are also preferred.
Instructions
Applicants must submit the following documents via Interfolio:
- Letter of application
- CV
- Names and contact information of three references
- Diversity statement
Diversity and Equity Statement that addresses how the candidate’s teaching, service, scholarship and/or mentoring would promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
Review of applications will begin on May 1st, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Please contact Dr. Chan Lü (chanlu@uw.edu) with any questions regarding the search.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
Commitment to Diversity
The University of Washington is committed to building diversity among its faculty, librarian, staff, and student communities, and articulates that commitment in the UW Diversity Blueprint (http://www.washington.edu/diversity/diversity-blueprint/). Additionally, the University’s Faculty Code recognizes faculty efforts in research, teaching and/or service that address diversity and equal opportunity as important contributions to a faculty member’s academic profile and responsibilities (https://www.washington.edu/admin/rules/policies/FCG/FCCH24.html#2432).
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under Washington State Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.