What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer Pool - Department of Scandinavian position at University of California-Berkeley?
Open date: March 19, 2026
Next review date: Thursday, Apr 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Mar 19, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
The Department of Scandinavian at UC Berkeley welcomes applications for a pool of qualified temporary instructors to teach courses, should a departmental need arise, in any of the following possible areas:
* Nordic Languages
* Reading and Composition (first- and second-year undergraduate writing courses in English on Nordic topics, using Nordic literature in translation)
* Nordic Literature and/or Culture (may include History, Film, Politics, and/or other related topics)
General Duties: In addition to teaching responsibilities, general duties include holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and interacting with students outside of class time via email and campus web based course resources.
The department seeks candidates who can support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Department: http://scandinavian.berkeley.edu
Completed Master's degree (or equivalent international degree)
Completed PhD in Scandinavian studies (or international equivalent degree) or closely related field strongly preferred
Fluency in English language
Fluency in the Nordic language to be taught in this position, if applicable
Experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level in the U.S.
If hired to teach R&C, demonstrated experience teaching reading and writing in English
If hired to teach a language course, professional training in language teaching
Demonstrated expertise of Nordic literature and culture
Cover Letter - Please include a description of your teaching specialties and interests.
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- 3 required (contact information only)
References may be contacted for finalists. We will seek your permission before contacting them.
Help contact: issa_ap@berkeley.edu
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