What are the responsibilities and job description for the Henry G. Schwarz Visiting Lecturer in Mongolian Studies - Non-Tenure Track Faculty position at Western Washington University?
East Asian Studies is seeking qualified candidates for the Fall quarter 2025 (September 16-December 16) or Winter quarter 2026 (January 2 – March 30). The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching one 5-credit course in any academic discipline, with a focus on the study of Mongolia; plus an additional 3 hours per week in relevant professional service related to the Western Libraries Mongolia Collection and promotion of Mongolian Studies in the campus and local communities.
East Asian Studies adheres to the University's value of excellent teaching, and we expect the successful candidate to be current in their discipline, to engage students actively in their own learning, including discussion, writing, and analysis, and to maintain high standards regarding course content. We expect the Schwarz Lecturer to provide students with feedback on their coursework and examinations, and to be available to students through regularly scheduled office hours in a designated location. The Schwarz Lecturer will be expected to have students evaluate their courses using the standard University evaluation forms, and to make those evaluations available to the program director and advisory committee for annual review.
- All-but-Dissertation (ABD) or academic equivalent in any discipline, with a teaching focus on the study of Mongolia
- Demonstrated experience teaching at the college or university level
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
- Ph.D. or equivalent in any academic discipline, with a both an active teaching and research focus on the study of Mongolia
- Experience living in Mongolia
- Fluency in Mongolian
- Experience with the effective use of teaching methods that promote active, participatory learning
Salary
Total compensation for the 5-credit course is up to $15,000 (depending upon academic qualifications and years of teaching experience in a college or university setting), plus up to a $2,500 travel allowance.
Bargaining Unit
United Faculty of Western Washington
Application Instructions
A cover letter and curriculum vitae are required and should address your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required and preferred qualifications.
You will be asked to provide contact information of three references.
Inquiries about the position may be submitted to: Dr. Mark Greenberg, Director of Faculty Global Engagement.
Application review will begin January 10, 2025 and remain open until filled. Finalists will be interviewed via video conferencing.
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Salary : $15,000
