Faculty Specialist I/II - World Languages and Literatures -Terminal /1 Year Appointment
Listed on 2026-08-03
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Education / Teaching
French Teacher, Language Teacher
Faculty Specialist I/II
- World Languages and Literatures
- Terminal /1 Year Appointment
Posting Summary
College
College College Of Arts And Sciences
Executive Area
Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department
Department World Languages & Literatures
Posting Number
Posting Number F322P
Job Type
Pay Type
Pay Grade
Pay Grade FS1/FS2
Campus Location
Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary
Western Michigan University invites applications for the position of Faculty Specialist I or II in French in the Department of World Languages and Literatures at its main campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This is a full-time, one-year term (renewable) position. We seek a specialist of French and Francophone Studies in literature and culture. Expertise in Old French would be a plus. The teaching load will be 4-3.
The successful candidate will have a genuine commitment to teaching, to the promotion of the discipline, to active collaboration with Department and College colleagues, and to fostering an environment in which all members of the university community feel welcome, valued, supported, and engaged.
Major Duties
- Teaching French language at all levels as well as undergraduate courses in French and Francophone literature and culture.
- Contribution to the French program through active collaboration with colleagues, curricular review, and other activities.
- Advising, participation in student recruiting and retention activities, and service for the department and for the College and University.
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in French or Francophone studies or related field from an accredited institution by the start date of August 15, 2026.
- At least two years of college or university teaching experience in the United States.
- Evidence of teaching excellence.
- Native or near-native fluency in French.
Desired Qualifications
- Interest in directing study abroad programs.
Additional Position Information
Expected Start Date
:
August 15, 2026
Final date to receive applications
:
Preference will be given to applications submitted by June 22, 2026
Chair of Search committee
:
Viviane Ruellot
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Go to:
wmich.edu/hr/employees/faculty for benefits and other information.
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