Lecturer, University Professor, Academic

Lecturer

Full-Time/40 hours

Commensurate with Experience

Literature and Language

UT Tyler Campus;
Tyler, Texas

The University of Texas at Tyler invites applications for a one-year position of Lecturer. This position is for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 academic year. The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, May 4. The position will remain open until filled.

• Teach developmental English and/or first-year writing courses
• Possibly teach a section of business & technical writing or literature survey
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Developmental English, Composition Committee Chair, and Department Chair on curriculum development and assessment
• Respond to and communicate with students, colleagues, and the department chair in a timely fashion
• Maintain regular on-campus presence
• Attend departmental meetings

• MA or PhD in English or Rhetoric & Composition
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence
• Experience teaching developmental writing or first-year composition
• Experience teaching in different modalities (face-to-face and online) preferred
• Experience with the ethical integration of AI into courses
• Proven ability in building trust through collaborative decision-making, embracing shared governance, and integrating with the community

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. The position also has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.