Lecturer, French Studies

The Department of French Studies at Brown University invites applications for a position of Lecturer with a 3-year, renewable contract, to begin July 1, 2020. Duties include: teaching French language classes (4 per year), coordinating multi-section courses, training and supervising Graduate Teaching Assistants and Teaching Associates from France.

The successful candidate will have experience teaching and coordinating French Language courses at various levels, with demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching. Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies and/or language pedagogy, near-native fluency in French and English, knowledge of France and/or the Francophone world, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion are required. A background in language pedagogy, teaching with technology, and experience as a supervisor/mentor are essential qualifications.

To receive full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, teaching portfolio (statement of teaching philosophy, evaluations, and, if available, video), as well as three confidential letters of recommendation to apply.interfolio.com/68033.

Applications received by December 1, 2019 will be guaranteed full consideration, but the position will remain open until a candidate is hired. Please submit all requested materials via Interfolio. For technical or logistical questions concerning the submission of the application, you may contact the French Studies Department Manager, Ms. Kathleen Wiggins <Kathleen_Wiggins@brown.edu>. For substantive questions, you may contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Stéphanie Ravillon <Stephanie_Ravillon@brown.edu>.

Brown University is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community; as an EEO/AA employer, Brown considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.