Chinese Studies - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Chinese Studies
- Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool in Chinese Studies to teach undergraduate courses in Chinese language, culture, business, art, literature, linguistics and/or film.

Areas of Specialization:

• Chinese Language, Introductory to Advanced
• Chinese Culture, Chinese Civilization, and Contemporary China
• Chinese for Business
• Chinese Literature, Intermediate to Advanced
• Chinese Linguistics
• Chinese Film

This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

Required Qualifications:

• Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in Chinese, Chinese Studies, or a related field and possess native-like fluency in Chinese to teach lower-division (100- and 200-level) courses, and must hold a Ph.D. (or be a Ph.D. candidate) in Chinese Studies or a related field and possess native-like fluency in Chinese in order to teach upper-division (300-level) courses.
• Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.
• This position requires the legal right to work in the United States of America. California State University, Fullerton cannot sponsor part-time faculty for work visas or permanent residence.
• Candidates must reside in the State of California at the time of hiring. This requirement cannot be waived, even for online courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.
• Preference will also be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

How to Apply:

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as it relates to your application requirements:

• Cover Letter which includes a statement of which courses qualified to teach
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree
• A list of three (3) references with contact information
• Inclusive Excellence Statement
  - This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population.
• Sample of course syllabi
• Teaching Evaluations (if available)

Required materials before official hire:

• Three letters of recommendation
  - Once selected as a finalist, your references will be notified via email to upload their confidential letter of recommendation
• Official transcripts from the institution's Registrar's office emailed to momiranda

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Dr. Jack Liu, Chinese Program Coordinator, at jinghuilui.