Immediately Need Assistant Professor of French Studies in Selinsgrove, PA

Job title: Assistant Professor of French Studies Company: Job description: Offer Description Assistant Professor of French Studies About Susquehanna: Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life. The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing - and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive - present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery. Position Summary: The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position in French Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in August 2024. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in French and demonstrate an ability to teach French language at all levels as well as a range of courses in French and Francophone cultures and literary studies. A 3/3 course load is standard. Demonstrated success or evidence of potential to excel in teaching and advising undergraduates is essential, as is ongoing scholarly productivity and institutional service. We are particularly interested in candidates who focus on French in its global context and who demonstrate a teaching and scholarly interest in related areas (e.g., Africana studies, Caribbean studies, or Indian Ocean studies). As the sole full-time faculty member in French studies, the successful candidate should also demonstrate a strong commitment to program-building, including student recruitment. Required Qualifications: An earned doctorate in French or Francophone studies (or related field) is required by date of appointment. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in French and demonstrate an ability to teach French language at all levels as well as a range of courses in French and Francophone cultures and literary studies. Preferred Qualifications: We are particularly interested in candidates who focus on French in its global context and who demonstrate a teaching and scholarly interest in related areas (e.g., Africana studies, Caribbean studies, or Indian Ocean studies). Special Instructions to the Applicant: An earned doctorate in French or Francophone studies (or related field) is required by date of appointment. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching objectives and research interests, a statement on how the applicant will contribute to the university's commitment to diversity and inclusion, including applicant's knowledge of and experience with inclusive pedagogical practices in classroom teaching, advising, and mentoring, teaching evaluation summaries, and three letters of recommendation online at . Any inquiries should be sent to the Department Head, Dr. Daryl Rodgers, . Review of applications will begin on November 1 and continue until the position is filled.

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Eligible: Yes Number of Months: 9 months Other Number of Months: Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time Work Schedule/Hours per Week: Posting Date: 09/26/2023 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: No Anticipated Start Date: 08/12/2024 Posting Number: F00170 To apply, visit Requirements Additional Information Work Location(s) Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute SUSQUEHANNA UNIVERSITY Country United States City Selinsgrove Where to apply Website Contact City Selinsgrove STATUS: EXPIRED Expected salary: Location: Selinsgrove, PA Apply Job!