Lecturer - Linguistics
University of Maine•Farmington, ME
•Hybrid
About The Position
The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) invites applications for Lecturer in Linguistics for the 2026–2027 academic year. In this role, faculty will teach an in-person section of Introduction to Linguistics (ENG 121). Topics include language universals (what all languages have in common), language and society (how language reflects society/culture), language as a physical/psychological phenomenon (how we produce and comprehend language), how language works (the internal structures of sounds, words, phrases, and sentences), and language acquisition.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in English, Linguistics or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated academic background adequate for the courses to be taught.
- Consistent access to a reliable computer (laptop with appropriate amounts of processing speed) with a webcam, microphone, and robust high-speed internet to effectively deliver coursework via the Brightspace LMS.
- Applicants who require any visa sponsorship support cannot be considered.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of teaching experience (in-person, online, and/or hybrid) at the college level.
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain syllabi aligned with departmental expectation and established course blueprints.
- Lead lesson planning and facilitate instruction via Brightspace LMS or other instructional software.
- Maintain regular correspondence, hold office hours, and provide timely grading and feedback.
- Attend course coordination meetings with the Associate Dean of Graduate Education and complete required orientations and trainings.
Benefits
- Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
