Visiting Assistant Professor of Film & Francophone Studies
About The Position
St. Lawrence University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Film & Francophone Studies, with a specialization in any non-European francophone area, and the ability to teach all levels of French language. This position has the potential to be renewed for additional year(s) . The successful candidate will teach 3 courses per semester, including French language courses, topics in Francophone cinema in both English and French, as well as Introduction to Film Studies to support St. Lawrence’s interdisciplinary program in Digital Media & Film. We are especially interested in candidates with a focus on the critical study of gender, sexuality, and race in cinematic representation and a commitment to exploring the changing meaning and function of cinema in relation to emerging digital technologies. The position is a dual appointment between the new program in Digital Media & Film and the Department of World Languages, Cultures and Media. St. Lawrence University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community that supports students and teachers of all backgrounds. We require applicants to submit a one-page diversity statement on how their teaching, scholarship, and/or service strive to promote diversity and inclusion in a liberal arts environment. St. Lawrence University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in higher education. For more information on St. Lawrence University’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, see: https://www.stlawu.edu/offices/presidents-office/statement-diversity
Requirements
- Ph.D. is required at the time of appointment.
- Native or near-native fluency in French.
- Experience teaching French language and Francophone cinema at the undergraduate level.
Nice To Haves
- Specialization in Francophone (non-European) cinema.
- Interdisciplinary approaches to teaching film and media studies.
Responsibilities
- Teach 3 courses per semester, including French language courses
- Teach topics in Francophone cinema in both English and French
- Teach Introduction to Film Studies to support St. Lawrence’s interdisciplinary program in Digital Media & Film
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
