Assistant Professor, Italian Studies College of William and Mary
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at the College of William and Mary seeks applications for a tenure track position at the advanced Assistant Professor level in Italian Studies. Area of specialization is open, though expertise in Film Studies, Gender Studies and/or Postcolonial Studies is preferred. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Italian or a related field at the time of appointment (August10, 2014) and native or near-native fluency in Italian and English is required. The candidate is expected to maintain a research program that inspires a highly motivated undergraduate student body. Candidates must possess the skills to teach compelling courses in Italian language and culture at all levels. Evidence of excellent teaching is required and previous experience in teaching and mentoring successful undergraduate research is preferred. Teaching expectation is two courses per semester. Candidate must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter including statement of research and teaching interests. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by us with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date, 15 November 2013. Applications received after the review date will be considered if needed. Information on the degree programs in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures may be found at http://www.wm.edu/as/modernlanguages/undergraduate/index.php The College is an EO/AA Employer. The College of William & Mary conducts background checks on applicants for employment.
