Department of Arts, Culture & Technology Adjunct Instructor World Literature Fall 2026

About the role

The Department of Arts, Culture & Technology at Clarkson University, Potsdam NY, seeks an adjunct instructor to teach one section of World Literature (3 credits) in the Fall 2026 semester. Schedule Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 AM - 12:15 PM. Class Size Capped at 30 students (primarily undergraduate non-majors fulfilling core requirements).

Responsibilities

• We welcome candidates who bring diverse, global perspectives to the curriculum.
• The instructor will have the academic freedom to select texts and design the syllabus, or may adapt existing departmental resources.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in English Literature, English Education, or related field.
• Experience teaching in higher education preferred.

Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

USD $5,500.00 /Yr.

Schedule

Mondays and Wednesdays, 11 AM - 12:15 PM.

About Clarkson

Clarkson University is a research-intensive institution with a pre-professional teaching mission in engineering, business and the sciences. Located in the Saint Lawrence River Valley, between the Adirondack high peaks and Ottawa and Montreal, Clarkson University provides easy access to both outdoor recreation and international social and cultural opportunities.

About the ACT Department

The Department of Arts, Culture, and Technology (ACT) is an interdisciplinary department that cuts across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. The department offers minors and courses in fields including history, political science, literature, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, communications, digital arts, and more. Nearly every Clarkson undergraduate takes Common Experience and elective courses with the ACT Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in English Literature, English Education, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education.

Health & Safety

All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer

The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Special Instructions to Applicants An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).