Job description

College/School/Unit: College of Liberal Arts
Department: American Studies
Apply By: Aug 15, 2026

Description

The Department of American Studies seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/nontenured positions to teach undergraduate 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.

Qualifications

A PhD in American Studies, or related field, and a record of teaching excellence are preferred.

How to apply

Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, a current curriculum vita, and three letters of reference.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

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