The University of Oklahoma’s College of Professional and Continuing Studies (PACS) invites applications for a full-time, renewable-term faculty position in Modern Languages for the Workforce at the assistant or associate professor level. We are seeking an innovative educator who is excited to teach online language courses and lead the development of a new, flexible language program serving PACS adult degree-completion students.  This role includes teaching and providing academic leadership for the college’s language offerings, with a focus on interdisciplinary, applied, and accessible learning.  With an anticipated starting date of August 8, 2026, the College of Professional and Continuing Studies invites applications from all interested and qualified parties. Our mission statement and other information can be found at pacs.ou.edu.

This position will join the College’s effort in offering online, undergraduate degrees.  We are seeking a collaborative educator who is passionate about student success and committed to shaping curriculum that reflects PACS’s mission of expanding access to high-quality education for a wide range of adult learners. The successful candidate will teach courses, mentor faculty, and guide the ongoing development and improvement of modern language curricula across PACS programs.

We welcome applicants with expertise in American Sign Language or other spoken languages that can have a direct impact on the workforce in Oklahoma and the nation.

Position Highlights

• Nine-month, renewable term faculty appointment

• Four-course online teaching load each fall and spring

• Leadership role in building a new online language program

• Opportunities to collaborate across PACS’s interdisciplinary degree offerings

• Norman-based position; remote considered in exceptional cases.

Application Instructions
Applicants are invited to submit a comprehensive cover letter, current CV, and contact information for three academic/professional references to https://apply.interfolio.com/179892.  Additional materials may be requested at a later date.  The search will remain open until the position is filled.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications on March 1, 2026.  Inquiries should be directed to the search committee chair:  Dr. Coleman Patterson, Associate Dean, College of Professional and Continuing Studies, colemanp@ou.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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Mission of the University of Oklahoma

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Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a language-related field (e.g., modern languages, linguistics, applied linguistics, ASL).
Experience with teaching high-quality, innovative online language courses.
Demonstrated ability to design or revise curriculum.
Strong communication skills and commitment to collegial, collaborative work.

Preferences (Not Required):

Ph.D. or terminal degree in a language-related field.
Experience teaching in accelerated online formats (e.g. eight-week courses).
Familiarity with learning outcomes assessment, program review, accreditation, and online education trends.
Demonstrated commitment to respectful interactions with students, faculty, and staff.

About The University of Oklahoma, College of Professional and Continuing Studies

The OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies provides access to transformational, world-class University of Oklahoma degrees, certifications, and programs for a varied group of learners. To carry out our mission, we offer exceptional programming and tailored support services centered on the following core values: We are STUDENT-CENTERED. Our students are fundamental to everything we do, so every decision and action contributes to our students’ learning experiences. We are SERVICE-ORIENTED. We provide exceptional service for our students, clients, and each other. We are QUALITY-DRIVEN. Students learn best when they are engaged, challenged, and supported, and we seek to provide an optimal combination of those factors throughout all our program offerings. We are INNOVATIVE. We constantly search for the most effective ways to serve and engage our unique student populations, To do so, we encourage forward-thinking, creativity, and initiative. We act and relate with INTEGRITY. We operate honestly, ethically, transparently, and respectfully.

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