The Department of Modern and Classical Languages at Western Washington University is inviting applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning September 2023. We seek a generalist in French with a specialization in pre-19th century French literature to teach a broad spectrum of French language and content courses in the undergraduate curriculum.
Responsibilities include: Standard quarter-system teaching assignment (2-2-2); exemplary teaching; active program of scholarly activity; service to the French section and to the Department through a range of activities. The successful candidate will be expected to fulfill teaching and mentoring responsibilities in ways that provide equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students.
Required Qualifications:
PhD at time of application or ABD at time of application with a specialization in French literature in any period from the Middle Ages up to and including the 18th century. If ABD, all degree requirements must be completed by June 15, 2024.
Ability to teach French language at all levels of the curriculum (including grammar and composition) as well as content courses in literature and culture
Native or near-native French and English proficiency
Demonstrated excellence in teaching
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in scholarship and a dynamic research agenda
Ability to work effectively with diverse students and colleagues, including a demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivate learning environments that are equitable and inclusive of students with diverse social identities and backgrounds
Application Instructions: Application materials must be submitted via WWU’s electronic application system (PageUp) at https://hr.wwu.edu/careers-faculty. Candidates must upload (1) a letter of application that describes their teaching philosophy and research plans and that addresses the required qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) graduate school transcripts; (4) a sampling of teaching evaluations; and (5) a separate statement that addresses the ability to work effectively with diverse students and colleagues, and a commitment to fulfill teaching and mentoring responsibilities in ways that provide equitable and inclusive learning environments for all students (max. length one page). As part of the online application process, candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three references. Three recommendation letters are required, and these will be automatically requested, upon submission of the application, from the references provided.
Closing Date Notes: Position closes on November 1; applications must be received by this date. Screening interviews are anticipated to take place via Zoom in early December. Finalist interviews are anticipated to be conducted in January 2023.
Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.