Villanova University
Posting DetailsDo you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's.Posting Details (Default Section) 20241146FVisiting Assistant Teaching Professor, Program of Italian StudiesFacultyVillanova, PAInternal/External Applicantsfull-time/9-months984-Italian StudiesThe Program of Italian Studies at Villanova invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor, starting in the fall semester 2024. The appointment is for one year, but may be renewable depending on departmental needs. We seek an individual who is committed to teaching highly motivated undergraduates at the introductory and intermediate levels.
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. The candidate will teach three or four courses per semester depending on the level, and will have the opportunity to design classes and curricular materials. Additionally, the faculty member will contribute to departmental service and student mentoring. The PhD should be in a relevant discipline, and the candidate should have native or near-native fluency in Italian. The successful candidate will have demonstrated competence in instructional pedagogies, and the capacity to create innovative language and culture courses. Application materials should be submitted on-line at http://jobs.villanova.edu - http://jobs.villanova.edu/. Interviews will be conducted virtually. Questions about the position can be sent to Dr. James Kriesel, Director of the Italian Studies Program, at james.kriesel@villanova.edu.
Candidates should include:
Application letter
Curriculum vitae
Copies of unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)
Three letters of recommendation. References will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted.
Teaching statement about pedagogy and curriculum
Sample syllabi for introductory or intermediate courses
One complete set of student course evaluations with comments
Finalists will submit statements of Contribution to Mission and to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Official transcripts are required for finalists. 07/16/2024Competitive facultyPosting Number: Position Title: Position Type: Location: Recruitment Type: Work Schedule: Department: Position Summary: Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: Special Message to Applicants: Posting Date: Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Salary Posting Information: Salary Band: Job Classification:References Needed References Needed 33Minimum Number of References Needed Maximum Number of References NeededSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (
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Documents needed to complete your application:Required Documents1. 1. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest 2. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 3. Transcripts 4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy 5. Other Document 6. Summary of Teaching EvaluationsOptional Documents1. 1. Other Document (2) 2. Statement of Contribution to Mission 3. Statement of Contribution to DEIPI244198917