Italian Faculty (Visiting Assistant Professor - 1 Year)

Saint Mary's College • Notre Dame, IN

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Saint Mary's College Department of Modern Languages and Cultures invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Italian, with the possibility of renewal, beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate is expected to teach seven courses per academic year and undertake standard departmental duties, including advising. The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for (or experience in) leading, growing, and promoting the Italian minor. We seek applications from generalists with experience in teaching all levels of language and advanced courses. The field of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience teaching courses in modern and contemporary culture and literature. The candidate should demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment and a desire to engage with the mission of Saint Mary’s College. Applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Italian and will hold a PhD in Italian by August 2026. Established in 1844, Saint Mary’s College was founded and is sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. Saint Mary’s College is a liberal arts college for women, with a strong commitment to the education of undergraduate women, and graduate women and men. As a Catholic institution of higher learning, the College is also committed to creating and maintaining an environment that respects the human dignity and civil rights of all persons. All faith traditions are welcome among our administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

Requirements

• PhD in Italian by August 2026.
• Applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Italian.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require visa sponsorship from the College, either now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience teaching courses in modern and contemporary culture and literature.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate potential for (or experience in) leading, growing, and promoting the Italian minor.
• The candidate should demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment and a desire to engage with the mission of Saint Mary’s College.

Responsibilities

• Teach seven courses per academic year
• Undertake standard departmental duties, including advising
• Advising students in the Italian minor
• Promoting the program through participation in department and campus-wide activities, such as advising the Italian club.

What This Job Offers

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