Lecturer in Languages

Harvard University

School: Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area: Celtic Languages and Literatures
Position Type: Lecturer (3-year appointment, second and third years contingent on satisfactory performance)
Appointment Start Date: July 1, 2026
Location: Boston/Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA

Position Description

The Department of Celtic Languages and Literatures seeks applications for a Lecturer in Celtic Languages and Literatures. The lecturer will be responsible for teaching two courses per semester at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the field broadly conceived (e.g., language, literature, history, manuscript studies).

The appointment is three years, with the second and third years contingent upon a satisfactory performance review during the first year.

Basic Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Celtic Studies or related discipline required by the start of the appointment

Additional Qualifications

  • Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching is desired

Application Instructions

Candidates must submit the following materials via the ARIeS portal: Harvard ARIeS Posting

  1. Cover Letter – Include a description of your teaching/advising philosophy, practices, and approach to creating a learning environment where every student is encouraged to ask questions and share ideas.

  2. Curriculum Vitae

  3. List of 4 Proposed Courses – Include a brief description (3–4 sentences) of each course.

  4. Writing Sample – e.g., journal article or dissertation chapter

  5. References – Names and contact information of 3–5 referees. At least three letters must be submitted for candidates invited to interview. Referees will upload letters if invited.

Salary

Range: $70,300–$72,900

  • Salary is dependent on factors including years of experience, training, field of scholarship, and accomplishments.

Union Representation

  • This position may be represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting compensation and working conditions.

Contact Information

Administrator: Mary Violette
Email: violette@fas.harvard.edu

Keywords

faculty, instructor, Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA, Northeast, New England, medieval, Irish, Welsh, Celtic, literature, history, language

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. Harvard seeks talent from all parts of society and the world and strives to ensure everyone thrives. Differences among individuals strengthen Harvard’s academic mission.

Harvard prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Harvard’s policies ensure all community members can fully participate in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

Supplemental Information

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Proposed Course Descriptions

  • Writing Sample

Optional Documents:

  • Additional supporting materials

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