Adjunct Lecturer, Chinese (Pooled Posting)

Job Description Summary

The Modern Languages Department at Bentley University is accepting applications to build a pool of instructors for possible future part-time Adjunct Lecturer, Chinese assignments. The department chairperson will review applications as vacancies become available.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach Chinese Basic and Intermediate courses (MLCH 101, MLCH 102, MLCH 201, and MLCH 202).
• Create an effective classroom environment that fosters student’s curiosities and abilities to practice their language skills.
• Delivers course content that meets learning outcomes and encourage student’s active participation in the classroom and beyond.
• Promote the study of languages.
• Collaborate in the development and continued assessment of learning outcomes for use in program reviews and curriculum revision.
• Hold office hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

MA required, PhD preferred.

Pay Transparency:

At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role.

Salary Range:

Compensation for adjunct faculty is governed by the collective bargaining agreement between Bentley University and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 509.

For the 2025–26 academic year, adjunct faculty are compensated at a rate of $7,225.00 per course.

Courses with labs and other four-credit courses shall will be compensated at a higher minimum rate of $9,333.00 per course.

If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at [email protected].

Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.

Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.