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General Summary of Position:

The Department of World Languages and Cultures at the University of Massachusetts Lowell seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor to teach one course on Chinese language level 1.  The successful candidate will be expected to start classes on September 1st , 2026.

Under the guidance of the Chair of the department, the ideal candidate will enhance the student's learning experience by integrating a variety of methods and strategies into the teaching process and maintaining a student learning-centered environment. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment.  UMass Lowell is an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving-Institution (AANAPISI): https://www.uml.edu/aacee/aanapisi.aspx. The Department of World Languages and Cultures seeks candidates who can contribute to that goal. Instructors will be expected to attend a scheduled orientation in August.  

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Ph.D degree in a related field in hand
• Native or near-native proficiency in Chinese and English required.
• Teaching experience at the college level in lower-division courses for more than 10 years.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; however, the posting may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the Adjunct Faculty salary chart for the rates.

Please include with your application letter; a current C.V. and the names of three (3) references

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications is received.  

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Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This will continue to be an ongoing posting to develop a pool of applicants for openings as they arise. 

This is a part-time, non-benefited, Union of Adjunct Faculty, Local 1596, UAW position. For Adjunct Faculty salaries, please refer to the Adjunct Faculty salary chart for the rates.

Please include a CV and cover letter with your application.  Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process.  Submission of (document) is optional