Teaching Assistant Professor of French

Teaching Assistant Professor of French

French & Italian Languages & Literatures – Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh – (24006973)

Teaching Assistant Professor of French 

University of Pittsburgh 

French and Italian, 1328 Cathedral of Learning 

Pittsburgh, PA 15260 

http://www.frenchanditalian.pitt.edu/ 

The French Program of the Department of French and Italian at the University of Pittsburgh seeks a full-time Teaching Assistant Professor of French to teach three 3-credit courses in each term in the academic year 2025-26. Outside the tenure stream, this position is offered on an initial term of two years, with renewal subject to performance and evaluation. Pending budgetary approval, the appointment will begin in Fall 2025 and end in Spring 2027. Course duties may include elementary and intermediate-level courses in the language sequence, more advanced courses in literature, culture, and conversation (taught in French), and general education courses taught in English for a broad audience. We are especially interested in applicants who can teach sections of our low-level general education courses such as “French Kiss, “Modern French Novel,” “History of French Cinema,” or “Paris: Urbanism Past and Present” (all in English). Courses meet three times a week for 50 minutes or twice a week for 75 minutes.  

Eligible instructors must have at least a Master’s degree in French or in a closely related field, C1- level proficiency in French and English, and experience teaching French in a college or university setting. A PhD in hand is preferred. The candidate must possess broad competence in teaching introductory and intermediate French language courses that employ current foreign language pedagogical approaches (communicative, content-based, multiliteracies, and genre-based pedagogies). Applicants must have a demonstrated interest and proven proficiency in teaching, knowledge of the Common European Framework Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the DELF/DALF exam system, and the ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in curricular and experiential contexts. Service to the department will be expected. Duties may include advising majors and minors; coordinating sections of general education courses; planning and coordinating undergraduate recruitment, community-building and extracurricular events; and weekly conversation tables. 

Current certification to administer DELF A1-B2 exams is preferred. 

To apply, please send the following: current curriculum vitae; a letter of application (addressed to Prof. John Walsh, Chair, Department of French and Italian); graduate transcripts (unofficial or official); names and contact information of three references; a teaching portfolio containing a teaching statement, sample syllabi, and 3-4 sets of teaching evaluations (with comments). No personal statement is needed; instead, please send a diversity statement (upload as “Brief Personal Statement” in the system) that addresses your contributions to diversity through teaching, service and/or community engagement. Applicants should share how their past, planned, or potential contributions or experiences relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the University of Pittsburgh’s commitment to inclusive excellence. More information on diversity statements can be found here. Upload the complete dossier online at join.pitt.edu. 

Review of applications will begin on October 7, 2024, and applications will be considered until the position is filled. We will request additional materials (including three letters of recommendation) after the initial screening and invite candidates to a Zoom interview. 

The Department of French and Italian at the University of Pittsburgh is a vibrant community of students and scholars hosting a French major and minor, a PhD in French, and a PhD in Film and Media Studies with a Concentration in French. Much of our research is organized around four research and curricular networks.  

The Department of French and Italian and the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required. The department mentors its new faculty members to help them adapt to faculty life as a scholars, teachers, and administrators. 

For information or questions, contact Department Chair John Walsh at jpw64@pitt.edu. 

Cover Letter

CV

Graduate transcripts

Contact for three references

Teaching Portfolio (teaching statement, syllabi, 3-4 sets of teaching evaluations)

Diversity Statement

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This position may be bargaining unit eligible

Campus: Pittsburgh

Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Statement, Teaching Evaluations, Sample Syllabi, Other (see posting for additional details)

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