Instructional Assistant Professor

University of Mississippi • University, MS

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Modern Languages at the University of Mississippi seeks an Instructional Assistant Professor of Italian to begin January 2027. The successful candidate will teach 9-12 hours per semester, mainly at the elementary and intermediate level in regular and intensive formats (6 credits each), but also upper-level culture courses. The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Italian or a related field, have native or near-native proficiency in Italian, and demonstrate solid teaching experience. At the same time, this person will also engage in student recruitment to and promotion of the Italian program. While the position is non-tenure-track, it is renewable annually with the possibility of promotions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Italian or a related field
• Native or near-native proficiency in Italian
• Solid teaching experience

Responsibilities

• Teach 9-12 hours per semester, mainly at the elementary and intermediate level in regular and intensive formats (6 credits each), but also upper-level culture courses.
• Engage in student recruitment to and promotion of the Italian program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree