Cornell University, Romance Studies

Position ID:Cornell-ROMS-PORTLEC [#18283, WDR-00025168]
Position Title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer of Portuguese
Position Type:Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] sort by distance
Subject Areas: Language Instruction
Romance Studies
Romance Languages and Literatures
Appl Deadline:2021/04/07 11:59PMhelp popup* finished (2021/03/10, finished 2021/10/09)
Position Description:   URMs  

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

The Department of Romance Studies at Cornell University seeks to hire a Lecturers/Senior Lecturer (rank will depend on experience) to teach all levels of Portuguese language. This is a full-time renewable appointment contingent upon a successful review. Teaching load is 6 courses per year of elementary through advanced language courses. Candidates should hold an MA or PhD in Portuguese, Second Language Acquisition, or related field. Preference will be given to candidates with strong evidence of excellence in language teaching at the university level. English and Portuguese native-equivalent fluency is required. Candidates should apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/. The deadline for application is April 7, 2021. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of commitment to diversity, two sample syllabi, and three letters of recommendation. We also encourage applicants to address in their cover letter any experience in TA training and course coordination. The search committee may request an unedited teaching video of a full-length Portuguese language class from selected candidates before advancing to the interview stage. We expect to hold all interviews over Zoom.

Visa expedition funds are not available for this position.

The Department of Romance Studies at Cornell embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all races, nationalities and genders. We strongly encourage women and underrepresented minorities to apply.

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Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
  • Unique applicable skills.


Application Materials Required:
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Further Info:
https://romancestudies.cornell.edu/
email address
 
K170 Klarman Hall
Department of Romance Studies
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853