Lectureship
(noun)
A position as a teacher or lecturer, especially in a university or college.
Origin:
From the verb "to lecture" (late 16th century) + -ship.
Examples:
- He had been offered a lectureship at the university, but he decided to decline it.
- She had a lectureship in the department of English, where she taught literature.
- He had to apply for a lectureship in order to secure a permanent position in the university.
- The lectureship came with a salary and benefits, as well as the opportunity to conduct research.
- The lectureship was a stepping stone for him to reach full professorship.