Job Description
Position Number: F00045
Location
Morehouse College - Atlanta GA
Position Summary
The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & Arts (HSSMA) invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of French in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Morehouse College. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in French or a related field, such as Black Francophone Studies, Transnational or Diaspora Studies, Post-colonialism, African Women's Studies, Northern/Sub-Saharan African Cinema, or Caribbean Cinema. The ability to teach French for business or professional purposes, as well as experience in leading a study abroad program, is desirable.
The department is seeking someone who thinks creatively about their teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College-to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of its students and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of black people.
Responsibilities for this position include teaching; advising and mentoring students; engaging in scholarship; and service to the department, the HSSMA Division and the College. Applicants are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color form diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish curricular goals. The successful candidate will be expected to support the College's general education curriculum. We also encourage all faculty to seek external funding through grants and other sources.
The start date for the position is August 2026.
Applications will be accepted until November 30. A WLC faculty member will also be in attendance at the ACTFL Convention from November 21-23. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out with any inquiries regarding the available positions.
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a terminal degree in French or a related area and significant graduate work in another language; commitment to excellence in teaching; evidence of a productive scholarship program; and service to the profession and community.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in French or a related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate should possess the ability to teach French courses and related subjects that complement the department's existing expertise. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the College's general education curriculum.
A strong commitment to excellence in teaching, demonstrated evidence of an active scholarship program, and a dedication to professional and community service are highly desirable.
Candidate should have knowledge of effective pedagogical strategies and student assessment methods suitable for undergraduate education. Proficiency in computer literacy and instructional technology is required.
Compensation
Salary is for service in a 9-month academic year faculty position.
Salary will be disbursed in 12 equal monthly installments.
Teaching Responsibility
• Minimum 3/4 teaching load or 21 credit hours annually.
• Specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member are determined in consultation with your Department Chair and Division Dean.
Search
Position open until filled
Applying
The application should consist of the following:
1. Letter of application providing details on how the candidate meets the qualifications for the position and why they are a good fit for Morehouse College (no more than 2 pages)
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages)
4. Research/scholarship agenda (no more than 2 pages)
5. Transcripts
6. Names and contact information of three references. The candidate should arrange to have three letters of recommendation from those references submitted in confidence to WLCSearch@morehouse.edu
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include teaching a 3/4 load, which currently translates into being responsible for the instruction of approximately 21 credit hours annually. The specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member is determined in consultation with the Department Chair and Division Dean.
Posting Number: F185P
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Location
Morehouse College - Atlanta GA
Position Summary
The Division of Humanities, Social Sciences, Media & Arts (HSSMA) invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Professor of French in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Morehouse College. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in French or a related field, such as Black Francophone Studies, Transnational or Diaspora Studies, Post-colonialism, African Women's Studies, Northern/Sub-Saharan African Cinema, or Caribbean Cinema. The ability to teach French for business or professional purposes, as well as experience in leading a study abroad program, is desirable.
The department is seeking someone who thinks creatively about their teaching, engages in scholarship, and can be committed to the mission of Morehouse College-to develop men with disciplined minds who lead lives of leadership and service by emphasizing the intellectual and character development of its students and by assuming a special responsibility for teaching the history and culture of black people.
Responsibilities for this position include teaching; advising and mentoring students; engaging in scholarship; and service to the department, the HSSMA Division and the College. Applicants are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting Black men and men of color form diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds to accomplish curricular goals. The successful candidate will be expected to support the College's general education curriculum. We also encourage all faculty to seek external funding through grants and other sources.
The start date for the position is August 2026.
Applications will be accepted until November 30. A WLC faculty member will also be in attendance at the ACTFL Convention from November 21-23. Interested individuals are encouraged to reach out with any inquiries regarding the available positions.
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a terminal degree in French or a related area and significant graduate work in another language; commitment to excellence in teaching; evidence of a productive scholarship program; and service to the profession and community.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in French or a related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate should possess the ability to teach French courses and related subjects that complement the department's existing expertise. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the College's general education curriculum.
A strong commitment to excellence in teaching, demonstrated evidence of an active scholarship program, and a dedication to professional and community service are highly desirable.
Candidate should have knowledge of effective pedagogical strategies and student assessment methods suitable for undergraduate education. Proficiency in computer literacy and instructional technology is required.
Compensation
Salary is for service in a 9-month academic year faculty position.
Salary will be disbursed in 12 equal monthly installments.
Teaching Responsibility
• Minimum 3/4 teaching load or 21 credit hours annually.
• Specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member are determined in consultation with your Department Chair and Division Dean.
Search
Position open until filled
Applying
The application should consist of the following:
1. Letter of application providing details on how the candidate meets the qualifications for the position and why they are a good fit for Morehouse College (no more than 2 pages)
2. Current curriculum vitae
3. Statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages)
4. Research/scholarship agenda (no more than 2 pages)
5. Transcripts
6. Names and contact information of three references. The candidate should arrange to have three letters of recommendation from those references submitted in confidence to WLCSearch@morehouse.edu
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include teaching a 3/4 load, which currently translates into being responsible for the instruction of approximately 21 credit hours annually. The specific course assignments and scheduling for each faculty member is determined in consultation with the Department Chair and Division Dean.
Posting Number: F185P
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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