Position Title: Modern Languages: Assistant Professor
Department: 2560|Modern Languages
Responsibilities:
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette announces a tenure-track position in French and Francophone Studies at the Assistant/Associate Professor level, with a specialization in Louisiana Studies, Creole Studies, or Folklore Studies with a focus on Louisiana. Ability to teach Louisiana literature and 18th- and 19th-century Francophone literature required.
The applicant will be responsible for quality teaching at all levels in language, literature, and culture courses. It is expected that the applicant be committed to scholarly research, publication, and active participation in professional activities; it is expected as well that the applicant participate in the academic life of the Department and University. Typical teaching load is 3/3, with faculty members regularly participating in undergraduate French language instruction. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to teaching and research in order to maintain graduate faculty status in an M.A. and Ph.D. granting department.
Salary is competitive and negotiable, depending upon qualifications.
Qualifications:
1) Ph.D. in French/Francophone Studies, completed by time of appointment;
2) experience in teaching undergraduate French language courses;
3) native or near native fluency in French, with demonstrated excellence in teaching and
research.
Please attach a detailed letter of application, vita, and transcripts to your application. Apply here: https://louisiana.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=1&id=549&source=higheredjobs
Three confidential recommendations should be sent (via email) to:
Caroline Huey, Department Head
Modern Languages
U of Louisiana at Lafayette
Box 43651
Lafayette, LA 70504-3651
chuey@louisiana.edu
For initial consideration, applications must be received by December 15, 2019.
AA/EO employer. Pending final administrative approval.