The Department of French seeks applications to fill non-tenure-track Lecturer positions during the 2016-2017 academic year. A number of one-year positions will be available. Subject areas of particular need include, but are not limited to: French language (beginning to advanced levels), composition and conversation, introduction to literary and cultural analysis, and Business French. Compensation will take the form of full-time salary with full-time benefits. Teaching load will be three courses per semester.
Candidates must have prior teaching experience at the college level, a strong commitment to undergraduate education, and near-native fluency in French; preference will be given to candidates familiar with department methodologies, textbooks, and course offerings. Candidates must have a Master's degree in French (or in Second Language Acquisition, with teaching experience in French); preference will be given to candidates with a completed Ph.D. or ABD status. Deadline is 5pm EST on April 25, 2016.
To apply, please complete a Candidate Profile online through Jobs@UVA (https://jobs.virginia.edu), and electronically attach the following: cover letter, a current CV, statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations) (attach to Other 1), one reference letter that addresses teaching (attach to Other 2), and complete contact information for two additional professional references. Search on posting 0618349.
Questions regarding this posting should be directed to Maggie Stein at 434-924-4656 or mas3av@virginia.edu.
The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.