What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asian Studies - 2025-26 Professional Track Faculty Pool position at University of Texas at Austin?
The Department of Asian Studies seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenured positions to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. Appointments are usually made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes there is departmental need for an annual appointment. Positions are renewable annually, contingent upon budgetary funding and performance.
A Masters degree in a related field and prior teaching experience are required. A PhD and a record of teaching excellence are preferred.
Candidates should upload a letter of interest, a CV, three letters of recommendation, and copies of syllabi for two courses the candidate has designed.
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.