Assistant professor "francophone and French" Tenure-track, Connecticut College

Connecticut College, New London, CT 06320. Department of French: Tenure- track position, beginning Fall 2009. Rank: Assistant professor (preference for candidates with experience)

The department of French invites applications for a tenure-track position in Francophone Cultural Studies (North African, African or Caribbean), with a secondary specialization in 18^th, 19^th or 20^th century French literature. Ability to teach language at all levels and evidence or strong promise of scholarship. We are seeking a versatile and dedicated teacher/scholar who will be a strong presence in the department and on campus. Connecticut College has a long-standing interdisciplinary tradition and the ideal colleague will have the opportunity to actively contribute to the work of Centers such as the “Center for the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity”, the “Center for International Studies and the Liberal Arts” and the “International Commons”. Native or near-native fluency in French. Ph.D required at the time of appointment.

Connecticut College educates students to put the liberal arts into action as citizens in a global society.  A private, highly selective institution in New London, Connecticut, mid-way between New York and Boston, the College is notable for its strong academic programs, friendly campus, and emphasis on broad interdisciplinary teaching and research. We foster the values of equity, inclusion, and respect for all human differences, for these are essential to the fulfillment of our mission.  The College is actively building a faculty of diverse backgrounds and experiences. AA/EEO.  Please visit our website, http://www.conncoll.edu, for more information about Connecticut College.

Applications received by December 1st will receive full consideration. Candidates should send a letter of application, CV, a statement describing teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of reference to:

Catherine J. Spencer, Chair.

French department(Box 5631).

Connecticut College

270 Mohegan Avenue.

New London, CT 06320-4196 

Questions can be directed to: catherine.spencer@conncoll.edu.