Tenure-Track Translation Studies Scholar & Mentor

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Translation Studies. The appointee will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in translation theory and methodology, including English–French, English–Italian, and English–Spanish translation pairs, with CAT tools, MT, and post-editing workflows.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Translation Studies or related field, proficiency in English and two Romance languages, and a demonstrated scholarly

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Translation Studies, Applied Linguistics, Comparative Literature, or a closely related field by Aug 1, 2027.
• Proficiency in English and at least two Romance languages (French, Italian, Spanish) with ability to translate between English and those languages.
• Formal training and professional experience in translation.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Translation Studies, including theory and methodology, language pairs and CAT tools.
• Integrate interpreting studies into translation curricula and collaborate with interpreting faculty in MA programs.
• Design and update courses reflecting emerging technologies and industry standards.
• Mentor MA theses and maintain an active research agenda in Translation Studies.
• Maintain professional engagement as translator/interpreter and develop industry partnerships.
• Facilitate internships and career-connected opportunities for students.
• Participate in department, college, and university service.

Skills

English proficiency

Romance languages

Translation experience

Interpreting training

Education

Ph.D. in Translation Studies or related field

Tools

CAT tools

Machine translation

Post-editing workflows

Job description

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Translation Studies. The appointee will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in translation theory and methodology, including English–French, English–Italian, and English–Spanish translation pairs, with CAT tools, MT, and post-editing workflows.

The role requires a Ph.D. in Translation Studies or related field, proficiency in English and two Romance languages, and a demonstrated scholarly