Assistant Professor of French (tenure-track) at Cedarville University

The Cedarville University Department of English, Literature, and Modern Languages invites applications for a tenure-track eligible Assistant Professor of French. Our supportive and motivated department places a high priority on our Christian identity, integrity, collegiality, and rigor in the classroom.

The faculty member will be responsible for teaching all courses included in the French minor, from the elementary to intermediate level, including upper-level courses in the language. Additional courses will include linguistics courses required by the Linguistics program according to professor qualifications.

Additional expectations include academic advising, professional development, scholarly activity in the field, university service, and a formal paper on Biblical integration of faith, learning, and teaching. The teaching load is twenty-four semester hours per year (two semesters).

This position is subject to the University's verification of credentials along with other information required by law and Cedarville University policies, including the successful completion of a background check. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. This position is pending budget approval.

Position Requirements:

Preferred applicants will possess a completed doctorate (Ph.D.) in French or a related field by August 2022. Applicants nearing completion (ABD) may be considered.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Documented successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level

Committed to biblical integration in and out of the classroom

Qualified applicant must be a born-again Christian with a personal commitment to Jesus Christ

Qualified applicant must agree with and be willing to abide by Cedarville University's Doctrinal Statement, Community Covenant, and General Work Place Standards.

Contact Information:

For consideration, an employment application must be completed on our online application website, including completion of a doctrinal questionnaire, submission of unofficial transcript copies, and a CV. All official inquiries should be directed to Jennifer Cochran (jcochran@cedarville.edu), Director of Academic Human Resource Services. 

Cedarville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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