Assistant Professor of French Early Modern French Literature and Culture

Assistant Professor of French: Early Modern French Literature and Culture

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 a specialist in Early Modern French Literature and Culture, with emphasis on the Enlightenment, who has bridging interests in one or more of the following areas: philosophy, historiography, science, aesthetics, and popular culture. An interest in the impact of French thought of the period on modern European culture would be an asset.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the field of specialization, and occasionally French language courses at the undergraduate level. 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 European Studies, Philosophy, History, Gender Studies, Comparative Literature and Art History.

A completed PhD (or solid indication of imminent completion) in French Literature 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.