The Department of Modern Languages at Kansas State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of French for a one-year appointment, beginning in fall 2018. We seek a generalist with experience teaching beginner- and intermediate-level French language courses. Teaching load is 3/3 per academic year, including Composition and Grammar. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to integrate and teach literature and culture at all levels (from elementary language to advanced undergraduate courses). Minimum qualifications include: ABD or Ph.D. in French or related field with native or near-native proficiency in French and English. Candidates must be willing to participate in extra-curricular activities to promote recruitment and retention in the French major and minor. Field of specialization is open; however, preference will be given to those candidates with a demonstrated expertise in one of the following areas: translation and stylistics, Francophone culture and literature, cultural studies, or second language acquisition. The successful candidate will value multicultural perspectives in both teaching and research. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Review of applications will begin April 6, 2018 and will continue until position is filled. To apply lease submit letter of application addressing teaching philosophy, experience, and research interests to the attention of Dr. Melinda Cro, Search Committee Chair, along with vita, and transcripts (official or unofficial). Letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date. Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Skype.
For more information and to apply: http://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/503402/visiting-assistant-professor-french
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