French Studies: Early Modern & Global Francophone Scholar

fabula; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dual Career Services

Job summary

University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of French, focusing on French and francophone global literature and culture from 1500–1700.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative teaching, and cross-departmental engagement with programs such as Premodern Cultures and Communities, Digital Humanities, and Women, Gender and Sexuality.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in the relevant field by Aug 10, 2027.
• Native or near-native fluency in French and English.
• Commitment to multidisciplinarity and innovative teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; standard load is two courses per semester.
• Develop and sustain a rigorous research program with strong publication record.
• Mentor students and contribute to departmental and university-wide initiatives.

Skills

French literature

Francophone studies

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Job description

University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of French, focusing on French and francophone global literature and culture from 1500–1700.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative teaching, and cross-departmental engagement with programs such as Premodern Cultures and Communities, Digital Humanities, and Women, Gender and Sexuality.