Assistant Professor of French French Language and Francophone Cultures

Assistant Professor of French: French Language and Francophone Cultures

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2009, subject to final budgetary approval.

The Department is seeking an innovative teacher and scholar in the fields of French Language and Francophone Cultures, who will develop content-based language courses and a curriculum that integrates oral practice and composition with the study of the cultural production of the francophone world. An interest in Postcolonial Studies would be an asset.

The successful candidate will teach courses in French language as well as in Francophone literatures and cultures at all levels. He or she will be expected to maintain an active program of research, teaching and service. We seek outstanding candidates who will complement existing strengths within the Department and in programs and units such as African Studies, European Studies, Theatre and Film, gender studies and comparative literature.

A completed PhD (or solid indication of imminent completion) in French Studies is required. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in French, preferably with a good command of English, and are expected to demonstrate potential for high quality research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Applications must include: a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a description of current and future research and teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a sample of written work, and three confidential letters of reference (either included in the application, or sent under separate cover) OR the names and addresses of three referees.

Applications and inquiries should be addressed to:

Dr. André Lamontagne

Professor and Head

Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies

The University of British Columbia

797-1873 East Mall

Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z1

Phone: 604-822-5746 / Fax: 604-822-6675

E-mail: fhis-head@mail.arts.ubc.ca

Completed applications must be received by December 1st, 2008. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.