Comic Studies Pro Tem Instructor — Winter Term

UO HR Website; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Pro Tem Instructor of Comic Studies at the University of Oregon teaches courses analyzing comics as artistic and cultural form, examining visual storytelling and narrative structure across global traditions. The instructor develops interdisciplinary curricula and supports student learning through planning, instruction, and advising.

This limited duration position is expected to teach during winter term 2027, with a contract effective date of 12/16/26, and requires an MA in English with

Qualifications

• MA in English including advanced interdisciplinary study.
• Experience teaching college-level courses focused on comics.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses on analysis, history, theory, and creation of comics and graphic narratives.
• Develop inclusive curricula integrating literary, cultural, and media studies.
• Contribute to department initiatives and student learning assessments.

Skills

Experience teaching comics courses

Inclusive collaboration

Education

MA in English

PhD in English or related field (preferred)

Job description

The Pro Tem Instructor of Comic Studies at the University of Oregon teaches courses analyzing comics as artistic and cultural form, examining visual storytelling and narrative structure across global traditions. The instructor develops interdisciplinary curricula and supports student learning through planning, instruction, and advising.

This limited duration position is expected to teach during winter term 2027, with a contract effective date of 12/16/26, and requires an MA in English with