The Arts and Humanities Collegiate Division at the University of Chicago is now accepting applications for part-time Lecturers who will teach up to four courses in the Humanities Core during the 2026-27 academic year. Part of every first-year student's course schedule, the Humanities Core is the foundation of Chicago's general education curriculum. It is instrumental in facilitating the transition from high school to college by helping students become independent thinkers. In small discussion-based seminars, students learn and practice the art of oral argument and dialogue. To learn more about the sequence and the Humanities Core, see the College's online catalog: http://collegecatalog.uchicago.edu/thecollege/humanities/ Responsibilities include preparing and teaching seminar-style courses, holding regularly scheduled office hours, preparing and grading assignments, and attending staff meetings. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the University. The position requires a Ph.D. in a relevant Humanities discipline. The position is open to applicants who will have completed all requirements for their Ph.D. no later than August 31, 2026. Experience teaching relevant coursework at the college level is required. To be considered for the position, you must submit your application through the University of Chicago?

s Interfolio site at:

apply.interfolio.com/190086. Applicants are required to submit the following: A cover letter An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae A teaching statement Syllabi of courses previously taught and/or designed by the candidate or sample syllabi of proposed courses Additional evidence of pedagogical accomplishment and promise: such as a teaching portfolio, recent course evaluations, third-party observations of the applicant?s teaching if available, or other relevant assessments. The review of applications will begin on August 7, 2026, and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination . Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.