The French & Francophone Studies Program at Bucknell University invites applications for a full-time, open rank, tenure-track position in French studies, with a specialization in Francophone Sub-Saharan African or North-African literatures and cultures, beginning August 2018. We seek a teacher-scholar with a Ph.D. degree (or equivalent) in French or Francophone studies or a closely related field by the start of the appointment. Candidates should demonstrate native or near-native fluency in French and excellence in undergraduate teaching of language and literature or cultural studies to a diverse student body. The successful candidate will develop a strong body of scholarship in his/her field of specialization. An interest in developing general education courses for the College of Arts & Sciences is also highly desirable.

Applicants should submit a cover letter (addressed to Nathalie Dupont, Associate Professor and Director of French & Francophone Studies), a CV, a statement that addresses their experience and potential as a teacher, a statement of scholarly goals, and three letters of recommendation. Applications are only accepted online through Bucknell's Career Center site (careers.bucknell.edu). Review of applications will begin on November 20, 2017 and continue until position is filled.

Bucknell University, an Equal Opportunity Employer, believes that students learn best in a diverse, inclusive community and is therefore committed to academic excellence through diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who are committed to Bucknell's efforts to create a climate that fosters the growth and development of a diverse student body, and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.

Bucknell University is a private, highly ranked, national liberal arts institution that also offers strong professional programs in engineering, business, education, and music. Located in Central Pennsylvania along the Susquehanna River, Bucknell is nestled in the Borough of Lewisburg, an architectural gem that has been ranked as one of America's best small towns. The Lewisburg area offers a unique combination of outdoor recreation opportunities, and appealing amenities such as art galleries, an art deco theater, historic museums, and charming independent boutiques and restaurants. In addition to the many cultural and athletic events offered by the University and the Borough, the surrounding region offers outstanding schools, medical facilities, and an affordable cost of living. For those who crave the city, Bucknell is within an easy three-hour drive to Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.







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