Adjunct Teaching - Linguistics - ELING Editing Skills

Position: Adjunct Teaching - Linguistics - ELING 350 Basic Editing Skills
Job Title:

Adjunct Teaching - Linguistics - ELING 350 Basic Editing Skills

Posting End Date:
March 27, 2026

* NOTE:

Last day to apply is Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)

Position

Start Date:

April 28, 2026

Required Degree:
Bachelor's in Editing and Publishing or related field. Master's preferred with industry experience. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

Teaching experience preferred. Must demonstrate knowledge of core concepts of copy editing. See course description and learning outcomes of course on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Duties/Expectations:
In the Editing and Publishing section, teach ELING 350:
Basic Editing Skills.

Documents Required at the Time of Application:
Please attach the following to your faculty application:

* Curriculum Vitae

* Cover Letter

* List of three recommenders (at some point during the selection process, they may be contacted)

* Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below)

Note:

Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators;

(2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.