Faculty Specialist I or II in French and Francophone Literature and Culture

Job Details

Western Michigan University invites applications for the position of Faculty Specialist I or II in French in the Department of World Languages and Literatures at its main campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This is a full-time, one-year term (renewable) position. We seek a specialist of French and Francophone Studies in literature and culture. Expertise in Old French would be a plus. The teaching load will be 4-3. The successful candidate will have a genuine commitment to teaching, to the promotion of the discipline, to active collaboration with Department and College colleagues, and to fostering an environment in which all members of the university community feel welcome, valued, supported, and engaged.

Major Duties:

• Teaching French language at all levels as well as undergraduate courses in French and Francophone literature and culture.
• Contribution to the French program through active collaboration with colleagues, curricular review, and other activities.
• Advising, participation in student recruiting and retention activities, and service for the department and for the College and University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in French or Francophone studies or related field from an accredited institution by the start date of August 15, 2026.
• At least two years of college or university teaching experience in the United States.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Native or near-native fluency in French.

Desired Additional Qualifications:

• Interest in directing study abroad programs.
• Expertise in Old French.

To apply, applicants should visit https://www.wmujobs.org/. Materials submitted must include: 1. Curriculum vitae; 2. Cover letter describing qualifications, accomplishments, and professional experiences related to the position; 3. 2-3 syllabi of courses taught; 4. A 15-minute class video of a literature or culture lesson; 5. Contact information for three references. Applicants must also arrange for three current letters of recommendation to be sent to: Search Committee, c/o Matthew Alonso (matthew.alonso@wmich.edu). All questions should be directed to Dr. Viviane Ruellot, Chair of the Search Committee, at viviane.ruellot@wmich.edu

Expected Start Date: August 15, 2026

Application Deadline: Preference will be given to applications submitted by June 22, 2026