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Posted August 05, 2026

Lecturer in English

Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey, United States 08544 Full Time
Reference: 286272774

Lecturer in English
Location: Princeton, NJ

Salary Range or Pay Grade: $83,100 - $87,500



Description

The Department of English at Princeton University has an occasional curricular need for lecturers to teach, co-teach, and/or lead precepts (sections) in department courses, and accepts applications in advance in the event such lecturers are needed. Any successful candidate will attend weekly lectures, lead weekly discussions, hold regular on-campus office hours, meet with the course instructor(s), and assess student work. Appointments and duty time assignments are subject to enrollments, and any available position may be for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semester, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need.


Qualifications

Essential Qualification: Advanced degree required; Ph.D. preferred.

Preferred Qualification: Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.


Application Instructions

Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interest, and the name and contact information for one reference. Applications will be reviewed based on curricular need. The Department may or may not review all applications it receives, and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No letters of recommendation are required at this time.

Any available position is subject to the University’s background check policy. The work location for any available position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. Term positions of one year or less are not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa requiring consular processing.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Princeton University is an and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this for more information.





Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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