Visiting Assistant Professor of French and Medieval Studies

Visiting Assistant Professor of French and Medieval Studies

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Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Humanities
Department:  - LS-LANGUAGE LITERATURE&CULTURE

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Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of French and Medieval Studies

PhD by time of appointment in French, Romance Languages, Comparative Literature, or a related field. Research expertise in medieval French studies. Fluency in French. Ability to teach a range of French language, literature, and culture courses.

Job Description:

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Florida ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor in French and Medieval Studies to begin August 16, 2026. This is a one-year nine-month non‑tenure accruing position with the possibility of renewal for one additional year.

Responsibilities:
1) Teach 2 courses per semester in French language, literature, and culture, including courses focused on the medieval period (some of which may be taught in English).
2) Participate in service, including advising students, contributing to departmental events, and collaborating with the Center for Medieval and Early Modern Studies.
3) Engage in professional development and scholarly activities.
4) Explore and implement innovative pedagogical techniques.

The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.

Employment Benefits include:
Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long‑term disability and more.
Retirement Options:
Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick‑leave pool, parental leave, and leave payouts.

Required Qualifications:

PhD by time of appointment in French, Romance Languages, Comparative Literature, or a related field. Research expertise in medieval French studies. Fluency in French. Ability to teach a range of French language, literature, and culture courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in French, Romance Languages, Comparative Literature, or a related field. Research expertise in medieval French studies. Fluency in French. Experience teaching a range of French language, literature, and culture courses.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.

• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Sample of scholarly writing of 15-30 pages
• Three letters of recommendation

Applications will be reviewed beginning January 5, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Applications received after the deadline may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority. Questions may be directed to Dr. Rori Bloom, Chair, VAP French and Medieval Studies Search Committee, at ribloom

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://

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Health Assessment

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No

Advertised: 18 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:
Open until filled

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.