APTPUO - TRA5541 A Traduire des textes généraux : méthodes et techniques - Automne 2026

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This course, TRA 5541, focuses on translating general texts, combining theory and practical exercises. Students will translate from French to English, covering popular texts from various fields such as journalism, scientific popularization, and advertising, with and without the use of computer tools. The course aims to develop research and transfer skills necessary for progressing to more complex and specialized texts. The instructor will be responsible for teaching the course, managing class activities and assessments, primarily in French and occasionally in English. They will also be responsible for creating and maintaining a course website within the university's learning management system and selecting appropriate source texts for students.

Requirements

Proficiency in English (passive) and French (active) at a professional level.
Master's degree in Translation or Translatology, recognized by a professional association or order of translators recognized by the School for the English to French transfer combination, or equivalent professional and university experience.
Extensive professional experience in translating from English to French, preferably in Canada.
Teaching experience at the university level is an asset.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience at the university level.

Responsibilities

Give courses and manage class activities and assessments primarily in French, and occasionally in English.
Create and maintain a course website in the university's learning management system.
Choose source texts that are suitable for the students' level and the course's learning objectives.
Present elements of effective translation methodologies, processes, and techniques.