Lecturer of French

Duties and Responsibilities

Full time. $60,000 - $70,000/year. Benefits‑eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave, wellness programs, and tuition benefits. Benefit eligibility varies based on employee classification and appointment.
Loyola University Chicago is seeking a Lecturer of French to teach all levels (beginning through advanced) of French and Francophone language, literatures, and cultures; teach courses in literature in translation; work with colleagues to coordinate language instruction across multiple sections; advise students regarding courses of study; prepare and grade assignments and exams; collaborate with the French section head and department chair to develop curriculum for all levels of instruction as above.

PhD in French and Francophone Studies or related field plus 3 years of related experience. Will accept any level of experience in the following skills:
Teach French language courses ranging from foundational to advanced proficiency; conduct classroom instruction and facilitate academic discussions on French and Francophone texts and cultural materials; assess student performance and integrate authentic cultural resources into the language‑learning framework to foster advanced linguistic and cultural competency; teach courses on French and Francophone literatures and cultures, including analysis of literary texts and of Francophone cinema;

apply interdisciplinary methodologies to examine intersections of the Francophone world with global religious, political, and socio‑cultural frameworks; design and develop comprehensive course syllabi and instructional frameworks for French language and Francophone literature courses; architect and administer rigorous assessment tools, including examinations and analytical projects, to evaluate student proficiency and academic progress; coordinate and synchronize pedagogical content and instructional methodologies in collaboration with faculty;

lead collaborative initiatives to align instructional practices with institutional academic standards. 10% remote work allowed. Earned Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies or related field OR ABD (all but dissertation) in French and Francophone Studies or related field.

$60,000 - $70,000 per year for a nine‑month academic appointment. Salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and internal and external market factors.

LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. We seek to increase the diversity of our professoriate, workforce, and student populations. Experience with diverse perspectives and helping others overcome barriers to an academic career will be favorably considered.