Assistant Professor, French and Integrated Studies

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The School of Languages and Literatures (SOLAL) at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in French Studies with teaching experience and research specialization in Second language acquisition, pedagogy, or a closely related field. The anticipated start date for this appointment is July 1, 2025, or another mutually agreed-upon date in 2025.

This position emphasizes inclusive and innovative teaching in French language and francophones cultures, with a strong commitment to pedagogical expertise in second language acquisition. The successful candidate will play an important role in future curriculum design and student-centered approaches that support diverse learners, particularly in bilingual education, linguistic justice, and accessibility in language learning. A demonstrated interest in French for professional and applied contexts and community-engaged learning is also welcome.

Applications from individuals whose work expands the field of French Studies beyond Eurocentric perspectives, particularly those engaging with global Francophone cultures, Indigenous knowledge systems, and underrepresented linguistic communities are encouraged. As SOLAL undertakes a period of renewal, the successful candidate will have opportunities to contribute to the development of new academic initiatives, including potential professional master’s programs and pathways that support bilingual teacher education. The candidate will play an integral role in both undergraduate and graduate teaching and supervision, helping to shape the next generation of scholars, educators, and professionals.

We seek a scholar whose research, teaching, and service actively contribute to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and who fosters learning environments where diverse perspectives, languages, and lived experiences are valued. We strongly welcome and invite applications from scholars from equity-deserving communities. As part of our commitment to inclusive hiring, we recognize that traditional academic pathways may present barriers for scholars from equity-deserving communities. If your career has followed a non-traditional trajectory or if you have experienced systemic barriers in academia, we encourage you to highlight these in your application.

The School looks forward to welcoming a colleague whose work will diversify and strengthen our academic community, and we are committed to supporting their success through mentorship, collaboration, and institutional resources.

Qualifications:
Required
• PhD in French Studies or Education (or a closely related field) with an emphasis on second language acquisition and/or pedagogy.
• Native or near-native proficiency in French, with the ability to communicate effectively in a bilingual (French-English) academic environment.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching French at the post-secondary level.
• Strong research potential in second-language acquisition and pedagogy, with a clear agenda that contributes to the advancement of the field.
• Potential to support new academic initiatives, such as professional master’s programs and pathways for bilingual teacher education.
• A dedicated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in research, teaching, and service, with experience fostering inclusive and student-centered learning environments that support diverse perspectives, languages, and lived experiences.

Preferred
• Experience in curriculum development and leadership in French language and Francophone cultures instruction.
• Interest in French for professional and applied contexts, including community-engaged learning.
• Ability to contribute to bilingual education, linguistic justice, and accessibility in language learning.
• A research profile that expands French Studies beyond Eurocentric perspectives, engaging with global Francophone cultures, Indigenous knowledge systems, or underrepresented linguistic communities

The University of Guelph resides on the traditional lands and territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and Huron Wendat. These lands are now home to a rich diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people. We offer our respect and gratitude to our Indigenous neighbours and affirm our responsibility to realize our commitments to reconciliation through ongoing action. We are guided in this work by Bi-Naagward hiringnearme.org It Comes into View (https://indigenous.uoguelph.ca/strategy), the Indigenous Initiatives Strategy.

The University of Guelph is the third largest employer in Guelph, a city of over 144,000 people, located about an hour drive west of Toronto, Ontario. University of Guelph is a top-ranked comprehensive university in Canada with an enrolment of more than 30,000 undergraduate and graduate students across more than 40 academic units. The University is known for its commitment to student learning, innovative research, and collaboration with world-class partners. It is a unique place, with transformative research and teaching and a distinctive campus culture. People who learn and work here are shaped and inspired by a shared purpose: To Improve Life. Reflecting that shared purpose in every experience connected to our university positions us to create positive change, here and around the world. Our University community shares a profound sense of social responsibility, a drive for international development, and an obligation to address global issues.

Application Process

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant. SuccessFactors: Career Opportunities (sapsf.com)

Assessment of applications will begin on March 21, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should create an account on https://careers.uoguelph.ca/ and apply for the advertised faculty position (Requisition ID #1134) by submitting the following materials (in an integrated Single PDF file):

(1) a cover letter;
(2) a curriculum vitae;
(3) a teaching portfolio, including a sample course outline, student and peer teaching evaluations, and statement of teaching philosophy;
(4) research writing sample.

Applications should be uploaded to https://careers.uoguelph.ca/

Questions about applications can be directed to:
Ms Angelina Candotti
[email protected] Administrative Assistant to the Director
School of Languages and Literatures
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1

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This position is represented by the University of Guelph Faculty Association (UGFA – https://ugfa.ca/).

The University of Guelph commits to fostering inclusive excellence through promoting Indigenization, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Inclusion is a core pillar of Our Time(https://www.uoguelph.ca/president/strategic-plan/#strategic-priorities-2), our strategic plan, which pledges to “transform our human resources, governance and student services and practices across the University to enable us to recruit a diverse student, faculty and staff body and support them in achieving their personal, professional and scholarly goals.” The University commits to creating and maintaining “equitable work environments that empower us in our pursuit of student, faculty and staff success, research excellence, innovation and impact.”

The University of Guelph invites applications from all qualified individuals; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from members of designated groups in employment, including Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, racialized persons, women, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons.

The University of Guelph recognizes that career paths can be diverse and career interruptions may occur. We encourage applicants to note in their applications whether they would like considerations given to the impact of any circumstances, such as (but not limited to) those due to health and/or family reasons, that may have affected an applicant’s record of achievement. You are not required to disclose these circumstances in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these circumstances do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

The University of Guelph is committed to ensuring all applicants have fair and equitable participation in the hiring process. If you anticipate needing accommodations during the recruitment or selection processes, confidential assistance is available on request by contacting Occupational Health and Wellness at 519-824-4120 x52674. If you have any questions regarding accommodations or accessibility during the hiring process or for more information and support, please visit the University’s Occupational Health and Wellness (https://www.uoguelph.ca/hr/about-hr/occupational-health-and-wellness) or contact OHW at [email protected].

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