The Amherst College Department of French invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor with a focus on twentieth- and twenty-first century French literature, culture, and media, starting on July 1, 2027.

We welcome candidates who share our department's commitment to interdisciplinary thinking and whose scholarship in twentieth- and twenty-first century metropolitan French literature, culture, and media engages with the major intellectual, cultural, philosophical, and/or artistic currents of the period. Secondary areas of expertise (with evidence of research or teaching) in environmental humanities, medical humanities, digital humanities, and/or the intersection of the humanities and the sciences are especially desirable.

Candidates must show evidence of active research, teaching excellence, native or near-native fluency in French, and professional-level proficiency in English. The successful candidate will also demonstrate an outstanding record of teaching third- and fourth-semester courses in the language sequence (the equivalent of FREN-205 and FREN-207 in our curriculum). The teaching load is two courses per semester, in addition to advising senior honors theses. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the life of the department and the college. Candidates must have a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in hand by the start of the appointment.

Applications received by September 1, 2026, will be given full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

The expected salary range for this job opportunity is $90,000 to $125,000. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families.