Part-Time Faculty: LIN Topics in Sociolinguistics Fall

Part‑Time Faculty: LIN 374/674:
Topics in Sociolinguistics Fall 2026

For full consideration, in addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, sample syllabi for courses, and a list of names of three references at . The search will remain open until filled. No phone inquiries please.

Location: Campus

Commitment to On‑Campus

Experience:

This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in‑person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,483 to $1,800 per credit course

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hours: As determined by department/chair. Office hours are required.

Job Type: Part‑time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at Syracuse University is seeking a part‑time instructor to teach one 3‑credit section of LIN 374/674 in the fall 2026 semester, which begins on August 24, 2026 (appointment begins on August 17, 2026).

LIN 374/674 – Topics in Sociolinguistics
Functions of language in society. Geographical, socioeconomic, and male‑female differentiation. Functions of various types of speech events.

All positions and offers are subject to funding availability and enrollment.

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute, and notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and plan to cover the class.
• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed mid‑semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course‑related duties as outlined by your department’s policies for part‑time instructors.
• Building a positive rapport with the students and faculty.

• Ph.D. in Linguistics or related field required.
• Experience in university‑level teaching preferred.

Not Applicable

For full consideration, in addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, sample syllabi for courses, and a list of names of three references at .

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

• Other Document
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Teaching evaluations

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