Faculty Lecturer in Chinese Language - Department of East Asian Studies
About The Position
The Department of East Asian Studies, Faculty of Arts, McGill University, invites applications for a full-time position of Faculty Lecturer (Contract Academic Staff) in Chinese Language beginning August 1, 2026 and ending July 31, 2029. The appointment may be renewed subject to performance review in the final year. The successful candidate will be expected to design and teach Chinese language courses across all levels and to engage in pedagogical and curricular innovation in line with the needs of the Department and the University. In addition, all McGill faculty members are expected to contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is also expected.
Requirements
- MA in linguistics, applied linguistics, Chinese literature, second language education, or a related field
- Experience teaching Chinese at the college or university level
- Native or near-native fluency in Chinese
- Excellent command of English
- Completion of the online application form
- Submission of a letter of introduction
- Submission of curriculum vitae
- Submission of a one-page statement of teaching philosophy
- Submission of two confidential reference letters
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of French
Responsibilities
- Design and teach Chinese language courses across all levels
- Engage in pedagogical and curricular innovation
- Contribute to service activities within their units, the University, and the wider scholarly community
- Demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Benefits
- Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
