Full Time Temporary Lecturer, Non Tenure-Track, Great Texts
Baylor University·Waco, TX
- Type
- Full-time
The Program seeks applicants with a PhD
in literature or closely related field who can look beyond their academic discipline to teach primary texts of literature, philosophy, and
theology. Candidates should be able to engage undergraduates with diverse academic and vocational interests. This is a full-time, temporary,
non-tenure-track position. The teaching load is 4/4 and includes regular teaching of general education coursework. Great Texts Program
faculty enjoy the benefits of membership in a liberal arts honors college within an R1 institution. They have an outstanding publication
record in highly regarded academic journals and university presses. They are excellent teachers committed to engaging students in active
discussion of moral, spiritual, and historical issues in conversation with great books. Great Texts students, including high-achieving
Honors Program and University Scholars, are earnest and inquisitive. Many pursue postgraduate study in law, ministry, and the
humanities.
With a main campus located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000
diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in
January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor
offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest growing parts of the state. Our
strategic plan, Baylor in
Deeds, guides the University as we continue to live up to our mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by
integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Literature
or closely related field by August 1, 2026 - Undergraduate teaching experience
- Ability to engage in interdisciplinary
conversation about great books
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/185238
All application materials must be submitted through
the Interfolio link found here: https://apply.interfolio.com/185238
The complete
application will include:
- a letter of application
- an updated curriculum vitae
- a transcript (official or
unofficial) of highest degree earned or in progress - two confidential letters of recommendation, including at least one letter that
addresses teaching competency.
Interfolio.
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is
committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin,
military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements.
Baylor's full official Notice of
Non-Discrimination may be read online.
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