Lecturer - Linguistics

Responsibilities

• Teach an in-person section of Introduction to Linguistics (ENG 121) covering topics such as language universals, language and society, and language acquisition.
• Design and maintain syllabi aligned with departmental expectations and established course blueprints.
• Facilitate instruction via Brightspace LMS or other instructional software.
• Provide student support through regular correspondence, office hours, and timely grading and feedback.
• Attend course coordination meetings and complete required orientations and trainings.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in English, Linguistics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated academic background adequate for teaching introductory linguistics courses.
• Access to a reliable computer with a webcam, microphone, and high-speed internet for instructional delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of teaching experience (in-person, online, and/or hybrid) at the college level.

Benefits

• Compensation is provided on a per-credit-hour basis in accordance with the Maine Part-Time Faculty Association (PATFA) contract.
• Eligible part-time faculty members may elect certain benefits provided by the University of Maine System.

About the Company

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is a highly regarded state-supported liberal arts college located in historic downtown Farmington, Maine. As a founding member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), UMF is committed to providing a superior liberal arts and sciences education in a vibrant, small-college setting.