What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director position at University of Texas at Dallas?
Job Summary
The Center for Translation Studies at The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to apply for the position of Associate Director of the Center. The ideal candidate will have expertise in translation studies, digital translation practices, the history of translation studies, and editorial experience. In addition, the candidate should be guided by “vordenken”: thinking toward the future.
The Center for Translation Studies was founded in 1978, when the field of translation studies was in its infancy and even the idea of literary translation was still met with much resistance of faculty members of other disciplines within the humanities. Over four decades later, the translation community represents a vibrant multicultural and interdisciplinary space within literature and the humanities. The four pillars of the Center—teaching, research, publishing, and community engagement—contribute to promoting and fostering innovations in the field of translation studies.
Minimum Education and Experience
The Center for Translation Studies was founded in 1978, when the field of translation studies was in its infancy and even the idea of literary translation was still met with much resistance of faculty members of other disciplines within the humanities. Over four decades later, the translation community represents a vibrant multicultural and interdisciplinary space within literature and the humanities. The four pillars of the Center—teaching, research, publishing, and community engagement—contribute to promoting and fostering innovations in the field of translation studies.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 5-7 years related professional experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster’s degree or doctoral degree in Translation Studies (or a graduate certificate in literary translation or degree in literature with a focus in translation studies).
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include managing the scholarly journal -Translation Review -published by the Center, writing the Center’s newsletter, managing and updating the Center’s website and the Translation Review website, planning events, managing social media accounts, and fundraising, along with any other duties related to promoting the Center for Translation Studies and ensuring its smooth operation.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical Activities Working Conditions Additional Information Special Instructions Summary
Interested candidates should a submit a cover letter detailing research interests and experience, a curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a writing sample (e.g., an article or excerpt from your dissertation), and contact information for three references listed on your application. The start date for this position is June 1, 2026.
Questions about the position should be addressed to Rainer Schulte, Director of the Center for Translation Studies, email: schulte@utdallas.edu
Important Message
Questions about the position should be addressed to Rainer Schulte, Director of the Center for Translation Studies, email: schulte@utdallas.edu
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2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.