Adjunct Teaching - Comparative Arts & Letters - CL CV 110 & 241

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in Comparative Arts & Letters, teaching CL CV 110 (Intro to Greek and Roman Literature) and CL CV 241 (Greek and Roman Mythology). The role requires a MA and prefers a PhD, with responsibilities including lectures, quizzes, exams, advising students, office hours, and grading.

The selected candidate should be prepared to relocate to Utah for the duration of employment and will be part of BYU's academic and religious

Qualifications

• MA required; PhD preferred.
• Experience teaching Intro to Greek and Roman Literature (CL CV 110) and Mythology (CL CV 241).
• Willingness to relocate to Utah for the duration of employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lectures and presentations on CL CV 110 and CL CV 241.
• Administer quizzes and exams; grade exams and papers.
• Advise students and hold regular office hours.

Skills

Teaching Experience

University Teaching

Greek & Roman Literature

Mythology Knowledge

Education

MA required

PhD preferred

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Comparative Arts & Letters - CL CV 110 & 241

Posting End Date: October 20, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Monday, October 19, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: January 4, 2026

Required Degree

MA required, PhD preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience

University experience teaching Intro to Greek and Roman Literature (CL CV 110) and Greek and Roman Mythology (CL CV 241).

Duties/Expectations

Class lectures and presentations on Greek and Roman course material, specifically literature (CL CV 110) and mythology (CL CV 241). Administer quizzes and exams, consult and advise students, hold office hours, and grade exams and papers.

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.

The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.

BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.

That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions:

• intentionally in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community
• commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments
• student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits
• excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship
• commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging
• a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others

BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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