Job Posting Location:

Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title:

Lecturer in German Studies

Job Description:

Pomona College, Claremont, invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position in German Studies to teach one course (in English) during the spring semester 2026. Ph.D. preferred and relevant teaching experience required. We will also consider applicants who are in ABD status or hold a relevant MA degree with teaching experience.

The available course is offered as GRMT 147: Special Topics in German Studies and for spring 2026 focuses on German film and media. Based on a blend of texts, literary sources, and visual materials, discussions in media, and scholarly debates, the course provides a survey of the present state of the German film and media landscape, including film, television, radio, social media, video games etc. It encompasses analysis of the historical emergence of media as well as within their international and comparative context. Taught in English.

Please submit as one PDF (max 5mb) a cover letter, C.V., graduate school transcript, and one letter of reference to Pomona College’s Workday Portal. If you have any questions, please email Friederike v. Schwerin-High, Professor of German, Coordinator of the German Program. Open until filled; preferably by November 15, 2025.

Pomona College is one of seven members of The Claremont Colleges Consortium located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. In a continuing effort to build a diverse academic community and to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Pomona College actively encourages applications from candidates prepared center inclusive excellence in their teaching. All employees must show proof of their legal right to work in the United States for the duration of the contract, January 1 to May 30th. Compensation for this position is commensurate with rank and years of experience and can start at $8,800 - $9,700.