Lecturer, Lewis Honors College

A terminal degree in an academic field is required (Ph.D. or MFA) by August 2027.

Evidence of excellence in teaching, dedication to Honors education, and
strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

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The Lewis Honors College at the University of Kentucky invites applications for a full-time Lecturer to begin in Fall 2027. This is an academic year (9-month), nontenureeligible, fulltime appointment, with possibility of renewal. We seek a colleague with a terminal degree in any field. Our colleague will teach the Honors foundation seminar, HON 140 “Knowledge and Society,” and courses that engage students with the community, whether through service-learning, experiential elements, community research, or other means.

The expected teaching load is 3 courses (9 credit hours) each term (fall & spring), with a typical maximum enrollment per course of 25 students. Lecturers also do service for the college and contribute to our student focused mission of helping students to explore their purpose, develop intellectually, and lead with integrity. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and to fostering a vibrant classroom and campus environment. Candidates with a background in community engagement should describe how they would develop engagement opportunities for students in the Lewis Honors College.

Applications must include a cover letter as well as a curriculum vitae. Please provide 2
“written course descriptions” describing community-engaged courses you would teach with the stated intended audience being students (Please upload as Specific Request 1).

Please also include the names and contact information for at least three references when prompted in the application. This information may be used to solicit reference letters from your references within the employment system.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Employment at UK comes with many rewards, focusing on the employee’s total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.

For more information on the Lewis Honors College, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/honors/

Questions should be addressed to Pearl James, [email protected].

Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

The Lewis Honors College strives for disciplinary breadth and encourages qualified candidates from all disciplines including social science and STEM fields. Evidence of excellence in teaching, dedication to Honors education, and strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

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