Adjunct Teaching - Center for Language Studies - PLANG 414: Translation and Localization

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching PLANG 414: Translation and Localization at the Center for Language Studies. The role requires meeting with students for supplemental instruction, participating in professional development, and preparing course materials. The successful candidate will be expected to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment and support the academic and religious missions of the university.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Translation, Localization, or related field (completed by start date)
• Sufficient experience in translation, localization, computer-assisted translation, language project management and/or translation technology to teach foundation and upper-division courses
• Sufficient proficiency in English to teach effectively, counsel and motivate students, benefit from professional development, and communicate professionally
• Willingness to receive additional training and professional development in the field of translation pedagogy
• Advanced proficiency in translation and/or localization software
• Ability to learn and successfully use Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as BYU’s Learning Suite
• Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Nice To Haves

• Successful experience teaching translation and localization to university students
• An adequate understanding of translation and localization education theory and pedagogy to develop curriculum materials and to plan lesson activities in a field where commercially published textbooks and instructional materials are sometimes unavailable
• Knowledge of translation assessment criteria and the testing procedures needed to prepare and administer assessments and assign grades accurately and fairly
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach PLANG 414: Translation and Localization
• Meet with students one-on-one or in small groups to provide supplemental instruction and guidance on course content
• Participate in professional development training workshops and respond to recommendations for improvement
• Write a course syllabus and set up course materials on the BYU Learning Suite platform

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level