Visiting Assistant Professor of French Transnational Studies

Job Description:

Since its founding in 1885, Goucher College has been a place of innovation and excellence. As a private, non-profit liberal arts college of approximately 1,000 undergraduate and 700 graduate students, Goucher is dedicated to teaching students to become complex problem-solvers prepared for the jobs of the future. Small class sizes, a rigorous curriculum, and dedicated faculty and staff allow for personalized mentorship of each student. Named one of the most innovative colleges in the country by U.S. News & World Report, Goucher is a leader in global education and was one of the first, and remains one of the only, colleges in the U.S. to provide 100% of its students with the opportunity to study abroad at no additional charge.

The Department of Modern Languages. Literatures, and Cultures of Goucher College is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor for a one-year position in its Transnational French Studies program, starting in fall 2026. Applicants must have native or near-native command of French and excellent teaching skills. Responsibilities include teaching courses in French language (at all levels), literature, and culture of the French speaking world. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in French Studies or a related field by the time of appointment; area of specialty is open. Applicants with a strong generalist background particularly encouraged. The ideal candidate will show a commitment to undergraduate education and demonstrate an ability for effective teaching at a liberal arts college. The position is a one-year, non-tenure-track appointment beginning in August 2026 and has a teaching load of 6 courses for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Salary: $56,000 

Application Instructions: 

Interested applicants must apply online at (insert hyperlink here)

Review of applications will begin immediately, with interviews of selected candidates following that. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants are required to submit (1) a curriculum vita, (2) a cover letter, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy which speaks to the applicant’s pedagogical approaches to instruction, classroom practices and strategies, relevant teaching experience, and ability to teach to students from a wide range of backgrounds in a liberal arts college setting, 4) an idea for a special topics course based on their interests and areas of expertise, and (5) a statement of research interests. In addition, three (3) confidential letters of recommendation will be requested from finalists. Official transcripts must be provided at the time of hire.

College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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