What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty, LGBTQ Studies Program position at DePaul University?
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Posting DetailsJob ID: 60732
College/School: Chicago, IL - College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Responsibilities:Established in 2005, the LGBTQ studies program offers students the opportunity to complete a minor in the interdisciplinary field of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Studies. The LGTBQ Studies Program, within the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at DePaul University, invites expressions of interest for adjunct faculty teaching opportunities.These part-time teaching opportunities may be available throughout the academic year.
Please note: in 2024-2025 we will continue to have particular interest in applicants with expertise in Transgender Studies and in Introduction to LGBTQ Studies.
Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. Academic course needs fluctuate from quarter to quarter, appointments are made on a course-by-course basis, and subsequent appointments are not guaranteed; however, the Program does its best to give ample notice about available courses and potential course cancellations.
Ph.D., M.F.A., or M.A. in related fields and teaching experience, at the collegiate level, in any disciplinary area of LGBTQ Studies.
Special Instructions to Applicants:This posting applies to the following fields of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer studies. Teachers should be prepared to teach from an inter-disciplinary perspective and be familiar with online teaching modalities.
More information about the program and its courses can be found here:
https://las.depaul.edu/academics/lgbtq-studies/Pages/default.aspx
Close Date: Jun 30, 2025
Applicant Documents C.V.(1)Cover Letter(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
