Lecturer (German Language)

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at UNL seeks a full-time, one-year lecturer to teach German language and culture classes at the 100 (introductory) through 400 (advanced undergraduate) levels.

The proposed load for the 2026-2027 academic year is eight (8) courses (approximately 24 credit hours) over two semesters.

The proposed salary range is $42,000 (M.A.) – $45,000 (Ph.D.). The department is unable to sponsor visa applications for this position.

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Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in German studies or a closely related field by August 2026.
• Professional-level proficiency in German and English.
• Experience teaching elementary and intermediate German in a university setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in German studies or a closely related field by August 2026.
• Experience teaching German culture courses in a university setting.
• Experience developing courses.