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Position Number
P1035W
Position Title
Adjunct Lecturer of Modern Language& Literatures (Italian Studies)
Unit Mission Statement
The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at William & Mary is the oldest program in Modern Languages in the United States. The department traces its beginning to the establishment of a professorship in Modern Languages at William & Mary in a curriculum reform instituted by Thomas Jefferson in 1779. Today that single professorship has grown to nearly 50 faculty members offering courses in eight languages, literatures and cultures. Faculty members of every rank are engaged in teaching at all levels, in study abroad programs, in a variety of research activities, and in service to the College, the community and the profession.
Position Summary
The Modern Languages and Literatures Department at William & Mary is recruiting a pool of persons for possible part-time adjunct teaching positions for the Italian Studies Program. For this academic year, the program is recruiting for an Adjunct Lecturer to teach a second-year Italian language course in the Fall and/or a first-year Italian language course in the Spring; however this pool will remain open for additional needs that arise. This pool will be accessed ONLY when an opening arises. Your credentials will remain active as long as the pool position is available but no more than one year. After one year, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the current adjunct pool.
Required Qualifications
An Master’s degree in the Italian Language, or a closely related field is required.
Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. or ABD in Italian or a related field is preferred at the time the candidate begins the appointment, August 10th for fall or January 10th for spring start date. Previous academic teaching experience is desirable.
Conditions of Employment
Department
3KD510 Modern Languages Dept
Location
William & Mary
Job Open Date
03/05/2024
Review Begin Date
04/05/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Employment Category
Adjunct
Special Application Instructions
Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.wm.edu. Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter (which includes a statement of teaching interests). A diversity statement is not required. Candidates are encouraged to reflect on their past experiences or future plans to foster an inclusive and welcoming climate for learners/scholars in Italian Studies in any of the aforementioned required documents. You will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. Review of applications is ongoing.
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Benefits Summary Statement
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