Visiting Assistant Professor of French

Visiting Assistant Professor of French

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 one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of French beginning in August 2024. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in French and a record of excellent teaching. Candidates must demonstrate an ability to teach French language at all levels as well as a range of courses in Francophone culture and literature studies. The teaching load is 3/3. Support for conference attendance and scholarship is available.An earned doctorate in French or Francophone studies (or related field) is required by date of appointment. We expect a strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts environment. Please submit a letter of application, a CV, a statement on how the applicant will contribute to the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, and three letters of recommendation online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/. Any inquiries should be sent to the department head, Dr. Daryl Rodgers, rodgers@susqu.edu.

Required Qualifications:
An earned doctorate in French or Francophone studies (or related field) is required by date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Special Instructions to the Applicant:
Please submit a letter of application, a CV, a statement on how the applicant will contribute to the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, and three letters of recommendation online at https://jobs.susqu.edu/. Any inquiries should be sent to the department head, Dr. Daryl Rodgers, rodgers@susqu.edu.

Benefits Eligible: Yes
Number of Months: 9 months
Other Number of Months:
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
Work Schedule/Hours per Week:
Posting Date: 04/17/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: No
Anticipated Start Date:
Posting Number: F00177

To apply, visit https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/3995