Professor in Second Language French Didactics

1. General Information

• Job Title: Professor in Second Language French Didactics

• Reference Number: 22255

• Institution: Université Laval – Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Translation, Faculty of Arts and Humanities

• Location: Quebec, Canada

• Posting Period: March 28 – April 28, 2025

• Date Posted: April 11, 2025

• Anticipated Start Date: September 1, 2025

2. About Université Laval and the Department

• Université Laval:
  A comprehensive university known for its excellence in teaching and research, located in the heart of Quebec City.

• Department of Languages, Linguistics, and Translation:
  A dynamic academic setting that fosters innovation in translation studies, linguistics, and second language didactics.

3. Job Description and Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Teach:

  • Deliver undergraduate courses in Second Language French Didactics

  • Teach graduate-level courses in language didactics

  • An interest or ability to teach related subjects (interpreting, terminology, translation technology, post-editing) is an asset.

• Supervise and Mentor:

  • Supervise graduate students and oversee the direction of essays, theses, and dissertations.

• Research:

  • Conduct research in the field of Second Language French Didactics.

• Administrative Involvement:

  • Contribute to the management of language didactics programs across all academic cycles.

  • Participate in departmental, faculty, and university activities.

4. Candidate Profile

Selection Criteria:

• Completed (or near completion) PhD in Language Didactics or a specialization in language didactics.

• Research experience with a record of recent publications in second language didactics published in peer-reviewed journals and/or professional publications.

• Ability to establish a research program upon starting.

• Experience in teaching a second language at the primary, secondary, or adult level, as well as university teaching.

• Service experience in the academic community and demonstrated capacity for innovation, collaboration, and teamwork.

• Advanced proficiency in French (spoken and written) and professional proficiency in English.

Assets:

• Expertise in research in one or more of the following areas:

  • Teaching and learning with younger learners (ILSS program)

  • Early literacy development in a second language

  • Socio-affective factors influencing second language acquisition

  • Teaching of content subjects in French as a second language

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering reflective and critical capacities among pre-service and in-service teachers.

5. Application Process

Applicants should submit an application package in PDF format including:

• Statement of Intent

• Curriculum Vitae (including contact details of three referees)

• A 2- to 3-page document outlining your research and teaching interests as well as your academic service experiences

• Two or three representative publications showcasing your research achievements

• Teaching evaluation reports

• Three reference letters (submitted directly by the referees)

For candidates who have not yet completed their PhD, a letter from the department confirming the progress of your thesis and the expected submission or defense date (before November 1, 2025) is required.

Submission:
Send the complete application package via email to Véronique Nguyên-Duy – direction@lli.ulaval.ca
Application Deadline: Monday, April 28, 2025
Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial interview starting May 12, 2025.

6. Commitment to Employment Equity

Université Laval is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• All qualified candidates, regardless of origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or disability, are encouraged to apply.

• An employment equity program is in place to support the representation of women, visible or ethnic minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities.

• Confidential accommodations will be provided for candidates with disabilities as needed.

• In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

For further information, please visit the Department’s website or contact Véronique Nguyên-Duy at direction@lli.ulaval.ca.