Assistant Professor of French: NorthAfrican and Beur Literatures and Cultures
Applicationsare invited for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commenceJuly 1, 2010, subject to final budgetaryapproval.
TheDepartment is seeking a specialist in Maghreban Literature and in the cultural andliterary production of North African migrants to France and their offspring. Secondaryinterests in other areas of the francophone world and/or postcolonial studies wouldbe an asset.
The successful candidate will teachundergraduate and/or graduate courses in all periods of the field ofspecialization, and occasionally French language courses at the undergraduate level.He or she will be expected to maintain an active program of research, teachingand service. We seek outstanding candidates with bridging interests who willcomplement existing strengths within the Department and in programs and unitssuch as African Studies, European Studies, Theatre and Film, and Gender Studies.
Acompleted PhD (or solid indication of imminent completion) in French Studies isrequired. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in French, with agood command of English, and are expected to demonstrate potential for highquality research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Applications must include a letter ofapplication, a curriculumvitae, a description ofcurrent and future research and teaching interests, evidence of teachingeffectiveness, and a sample of written work. Applicants should also arrange forthree letters of reference to be sent directly to:
Dr.Ralph Sarkonak
Professorand Acting Head
Departmentof French, Hispanic and Italian Studies
TheUniversity of British Columbia
797-1873East Mall
Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z1
Phone: 604-822-5746 / Fax:604-822-6675
E-mail: fhis-actinghead@mail.arts.ubc.ca
Completed applications must be received by November 16th, 2009.Emailed applications will not be accepted.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and iscommitted 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 withqualifications and experience.
For more information on the department, visit www.fhis.ubc.ca.