Lecturer 509876 Amherst, Massachusetts, United States Academic Year (9 Months) Commonwealth Honors College Full Time Hybrid Lecture & Non Tenure-Track MSP Faculty Opening on: Sep 14 2026 Title: Lecturer Executive Area: Academic Affairs College/School/MBU: Other Academic Units Department: Honors Administration & Dean Work Location: Amherst Schedule: Full Time Work Arrangement: Hybrid Job Summary The Commonwealth
Honors College at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (https://www.umass.edu/honors/) invites applicants for a full-time (9-month academic year/MSP Union), non-tenure track lecturer for classroom instruction within the honors curriculum. The honors courses to be taught include an interdisciplinary freshman seminar, “Ideas That Change the World,” which is comprised of units on models of inquiry, social thought,
science and technology, and the arts. Other honors courses may include those affiliated with residential academic programs, honors thesis seminar, and others with General Education designations. This person will also perform service in support of the mission and goals of the College. Essential Functions Work collaboratively and effectively to promote teamwork, diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Work in partnership
with colleagues within the CHC community and across the campus to support the Dean’s strategic priorities. Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the Commonwealth Honors College. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or other terminal degree. A minimum of three years teaching experience. Demonstrate an interest in joining a team of instructors dedicated to excellence in teaching using creative
and student-centered pedagogical approaches. Demonstrate inclusiveness and accessibility to support the success of a diverse student body. Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching small courses within a liberal arts framework Working knowledge of flexible learning pedagogies including usage of Zoom and Teams Exceptional teaching record, including
ability to use active-learning techniques Additional Details This is an academic year, benefited position with an initial 2-year appointment that is renewable contingent upon performance. Currently, lecturers at the University of Massachusetts are automatically eligible for continuous employment after they have been in this position for three years. Thus, the position is intended to become a long-term career and
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