Adjunct Teaching - Center Language Studies - PLANG Translation and Localization

Position: Adjunct Teaching - Center for Language Studies - PLANG 414: Translation and Localization
Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Center for Language Studies - PLANG 414:
Translation and Localization

Posting End Date: June 30, 2026

* NOTE:

Last day to apply is Monday, June 29, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position

Start Date:

September 1, 2026

Required Degree:

Bachelor's Degree in Translation, Localization, or related field.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

Required:

• Sufficient experience in translation, localization, computer-assisted translation, language project management and/or translation technology to teach foundation and upper-division courses.
• Sufficient proficiency in English to:
• Teach effectively to English-speaking students
• Counsel and motivate students
• Benefit from professional development workshops
• Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, students and people outside the University
• Willingness to receive additional training and professional development in the field of translation pedagogy
• Advanced proficiency in translation and/or localization software
• Ability to learn and successfully use Learning Management Systems (LMS), such as BYU's Learning Suite

Preferred:

• Successful experience teaching translation and localization to university students
• An adequate understanding of translation and localization education theory and pedagogy to develop curriculum materials and to plan lesson activities in a field where commercially published textbooks and instructional materials are sometimes unavailable
• Knowledge of translation assessment criteria and the testing procedures needed to prepare and administer assessments and assign grades accurately and fairly

Duties/Expectations:

• Teach PLANG 414:
  Translation and Localization
• Meet with students one-on-one or in small groups to provide supplemental instruction and guidance on course content
• Participate in professional development training workshops and respond to recommendations for improvement
• Write a course syllabus and set up course materials on the BYU Learning Suite platform

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note:

Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators;

(2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.