Visiting Lecturer of English

Visiting Lecturer of English

Posting Number: 494017
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Faculty, School of Liberal Arts (Full-Time Faculty Only)

Position Title: Visiting Lecturer of English

Department/School: School of Liberal Arts

$65,000 – $70,000

Job Summary: The English Department at Marist University invites applications for a one‑year Visiting Lecturer of English with a proven ability to teach First Year Writing and Core Literature courses to begin in August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a mix of ENG 120 (Writing or College) and Core Literature classes. A strong commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduates is required.

Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree in English or related field is required. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness is required.

Essential Functions: The teaching load will be a 4‑4 course load. Faculty are expected to hold office hours and attend departmental and school meetings.

Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in English or Rhetoric/Composition is desired. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness is required.

Required Application Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, and Contact Information of 3 Professional References

Final date to receive applications: Wednesday, June 24th, 2026.

Benefits: The position includes a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short‑term and long‑term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year
    7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
• University pays 100% tuition only.
• Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

* Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

Equal Employment Statement: Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups.

The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups. Marist's policy of non‑discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University.

It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.