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Position Summary

The Department of Romance Languages & Literatures (RLL) at Washington University in St. Louis invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Francophone Caribbean literatures and cultures to begin in the fall semester of 2023. We seek an exceptional scholar whose research and teaching focus on the Francophone Caribbean of any period. We welcome applicants working in areas including but not limited to transatlantic, diasporic, or black studies; a secondary specialization in another area of Francophone studies is welcome but not required.

RLL comprises a vibrant community of scholars whose research and teaching are at the forefront of advancing the humanities at the University. RLL colleagues collaborate with interdisciplinary programs such as Latin American Studies, Global Studies, Comparative Literature, and Film and Media Studies, as well as other departments and research centers across the University, to carry out innovative research and teaching projects. Our department houses the French Connexions cultural center and has created a dynamic new French curriculum with an enhanced focus on Medical and Digital Humanities in which students approach questions of current cultural relevance from a geographically and historically informed perspective. This new tenure-track position aligns with Washington Universityâ™s commitment to build a world-class research program on race and ethnicity. Moreover, the new colleague will be eligible for substantive research support from the Center for the Humanities and the Center for the Study of Race, Ethnicity, and Equity. Diversity and inclusion are core values at Washington University, and we seek to create inclusive classrooms and environments in which a diverse array of students can learn and thrive.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The teaching load is two courses per semester:

• Conduct and publish scholarly research.
• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Advise and mentor a diverse student body.
• Perform other duties assigned by the University.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have completed a Ph.D. with a research focus on the Francophone Caribbean no later than June 30, 2023. We expect the successful candidate to teach and conduct scholarship in both French and English.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Please apply via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/113219.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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