Lecturer in English

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University’s Department of English invites applications for an occasional lecturer position in English. Location is Princeton, NJ, on campus.

The role covers teaching, co-teaching, and leading precepts in department courses, with duties including attending lectures, leading discussions, and assessing student work. Appointments may be for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027, with potential renewal depending on need.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• Teach, co-teach, and/or lead precepts (sections) in department courses.
• Attend weekly lectures and lead weekly discussions.
• Hold regular on-campus office hours and meet with course instructors.
• Assess student work and contribute to course planning.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Education

PhD preferred

Job description

Lecturer in English Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $83,100 - $87,500

Description

The Department of English at Princeton University has an occasional curricular need for lecturers to teach, co-teach, and/or lead precepts (sections) in department courses, and accepts applications in advance in the event such lecturers are needed. Any successful candidate will attend weekly lectures, lead weekly discussions, hold regular on-campus office hours, meet with the course instructor(s), and assess student work. Appointments and duty time assignments are subject to enrollments, and any available position may be for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need.

Qualifications

Essential Qualification: Advanced degree required; Ph.D. preferred. Preferred Qualification: Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.

Application Instructions

Any available position is subject to the University’s background check policy. The work location for any available position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. Term positions of one year or less are not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa requiring consular processing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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