The French and Francophone Department invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in French and Francophone language, literature, and culture. Specialization is open, with a preference for expertise in sub-Saharan African studies and in nineteenth-century studies. The teaching load of six courses per year includes language courses at all levels, and can include intermediate and advanced literature courses. Native or near-native fluency in French is required. Minimum qualification is an M.A., but a Ph.D. is preferred. We value the contributions visitors bring to our community and encourage their active engagement with their departments and all aspects of campus life during the course of their appointment. Visiting faculty are appointed as participating members of the faculty, but they may become voting members by request. Their presence is welcome at all faculty meetings.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a letter of application, CV, a statement describing teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of reference to Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/186108
Questions may be directed to James Austin ([contact details available in the full listing]), Chair, French and Francophone Department, Connecticut College, 270 Mohegan Ave., New London, CT, 06320.
Connecticut College is a private, highly selective institution with a demonstrated commitment to outstanding faculty teaching and research. The College seeks creative scholars excited about working in a liberal arts setting, with its strong focus on engaged teaching, participation in shared governance, and active involvement in an institution-wide advancement of access and opportunity for all students, faculty, and staff.
