Visiting Lecturer of Dutch

Posting Details Position Details Title Visiting Lecturer of Dutch Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington West European Studies Location Bloomington Position Summary The Department of Germanic Studies and the Institute for European Studies at Indiana University invite applications for a full-time Visiting Lecturer position in Dutch to begin August 1, 2026. The initial appointment will be for two years and may be renewable contingent on funding, satisfactory performance reviews, and institutional approval. We seek an innovative and experienced Dutch teacher who can teach Dutch at all levels as well as courses on Dutch culture, politics, and literature in the European context. Candidates should be willing to lead and participate in programming events for the Dutch program. The Dutch Program at IU is one of the leading programs in the United States and offers a minor at the BA and MA level. Instructional load is three courses per semester: two levels of Dutch language (Beginner and Intermediate) and one culture course ("Global Amsterdam" in Fall and "Introduction to European Studies" in Spring). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with all applications received by March 1, 2026 being assured full consideration.

Application materials should include:

a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement on pedagogy, teaching portfolio (which can include items such as course descriptions, syllabi, teaching evaluations, and video clips of classroom teaching), and contact information for three references who will be asked to provide letters supporting the applicant's candidacy for the position. Basic Qualifications Masters-level degree in Dutch, language pedagogy, linguistics or applied linguistics, anthropology, sociology, or related field; Native or near-native proficiency in Dutch; prior experience and evidence of excellence in teaching college-level Dutch. Candidates with expertise in one or more of the following are especially encouraged to apply: the teaching of Dutch language, literature, and/or culture. Department Contact for Questions For questions regarding the nature of the position, candidates may contact Associate Director of the Institute for European Studies, Mr. Colton Ames at colames@iu.edu . Questions regarding the submission process through the Indiana University job portal, may be directed to Mr. Zac Muller, Assistant Director of Faculty Relations for the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies at zmuller@iu.edu . Interested candidates may submit their portfolio of materials at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31665

Additional Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in Dutch, language pedagogy, linguistics or applied linguistics anthropology, sociology, or related fields preferred. Interest in developing and teaching study abroad components of courses is highly desirable. Preference will be shown to candidates with demonstrated instructional experience in: Dutch culture and/or literature; modern Netherlands and its culture and politics; issues in contemporary Europe. Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 03/01/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101439-2025