Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow (Great Texts of the Western Tradition)

Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow (Great Texts of the Western Tradition)


Job Identification: 17854
Job Schedule: Full Time

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University's Great Texts Program seeks to fill a one-year full-time Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow position in the Honors College for the academic year 2025-2026, with an anticipated start date in August 2025. A second-year renewal of the appointment is possible and desirable. Workload assignment is 75% teaching and 25% research, with teaching to include three courses each semester. Fellows will teach a first-year writing seminar, Research Writing: Issues in Great Texts, introducing students to scholarship in texts or traditions of the instructor's choosing. Fellows will also teach Intellectual Traditions of the Ancient World or Medieval Intellectual Traditions. We encourage applications from a wide range of historical and disciplinary specializations in the humanities.

The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. degree in a humanities discipline (awarded by August 21, 2025). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be asked to provide a statement of religious faith demonstrating understanding of and compatibility with Baylor's Christian mission.

All application materials should be submitted through Baylor University's Job Board.

A complete application consists of the following documents in addition to the application. These documents will be uploaded during the application process.

• (1) a cover letter
• (2) a current curriculum vitae
• (3) Using the "references" upload section of the application, please upload the following documents:
  • A list of 3 references with contact information
  • an official transcript of the highest degree completed
    • (if a Ph.D. is in progress, a transcript showing hours completed toward the Ph.D. is also required)
  • A statement of teaching philosophy as it relates specifically to Baylor's Great Texts Program
  • A writing sample.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Use instructional methods that encourage relevant student participation in the learning process
• Use classroom time effectively
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for the subject matter
• Communicate clearly and effectively on the level of the students
• Demonstrate command of the subject matter
• Explain important ideas simply and clearly
• Hold the interest and attention of students; be a good classroom manager
• Encourage critical thinking and analysis
• Must have experience using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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