Modern Languages and Literature, Lecturer (Italian), Non-Tenure Track

Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
Modern Languages and Literature, Lecturer (Italian), Non-Tenure Track

Position Title
Modern Languages and Literature, Lecturer (Italian), Non-Tenure Track

Position Number

Job Category
University Faculty

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Location Code
MODERN LANGUAGES (02107A)

Department Name
MODERN LANGUAGES

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No

Duties and Responsibilities

Loyola University Chicago ( LUC ), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, invites applications for a Lecturer of Italian (non-tenure-track, renewable), beginning academic year 2023-2024. The successful candidate will be joining a department with more than 20 full-time faculty members, over 12 majors and minors, and a graduate program in Hispanic Studies. For more information about the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures, please visit its website at https://www.luc.edu/modernlang .

Located on Chicago’s vibrantly multicultural North Side, LUC is committed to creating an inclusive, responsive community of faculty, students, and staff. As an urban-based Department of Modern Languages and Literatures dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from under-represented and under-served populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from under-represented groups. This search is part of a university-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are reflective of our diverse student body. Of special interest are candidates who can further the University’s efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Teaching responsibilities will include a 4-4 teaching load. Courses will range from beginning- to advanced-level Italian and the Composition & Conversation sequence, as well as courses in cinema and literature in translation. The position also includes coordination of Italian language courses.

Qualifications

The candidate should have a PhD in Italian or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should have experience in Italian language pedagogy and teaching both in person and online, and ideally will be qualified to teach courses in Italian literature and cinema. A specialization in the Medieval and Renaissance periods would be especially welcome. The candidate should be willing and able to support the extracurricular activities of the Italian program, the mission of LUC, and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.

Physical Demands
None

Working Conditions
None

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

The candidate should have a PhD in Italian or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of (or clear potential for) student mentorship. The candidate should have experience in Italian language pedagogy and teaching both in person and online, and ideally will be qualified to teach courses in Italian literature and cinema. A specialization in the Medieval and Renaissance periods would be especially welcome. The candidate should be willing and able to support the extracurricular activities of the Italian program, the mission of LUC, and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.

Open Date
01/27/2023

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a current Curriculum Vitae; (2) a statement on teaching experience; and (3) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. They also should provide the names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of undergraduate teaching and mentorship. Candidates may forward additional materials related to teaching excellence to:

David M. Posner, Ph.D., Chair
Department of Modern Languages & Literatures
Loyola University Chicago
1032 West Sheridan Road
Chicago, Illinois 60660

Review of applications will begin 30 January 2023 and continue until the position is filled.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity—including a wide range of individuals who contribute to a robust academic environment—is critical to achieving the University’s mission of excellence in education, research, educational access and services in an increasingly diverse society. Therefore, in holistically accessing the many qualifications of each applicant, we would factor favorably an individual’s record of conduct that includes experience with an array of diverse perspectives, as well as a wide variety of different educational, research or other work activities. Among other qualifications, we would also factor favorably experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career or degrees.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/23505

Job Number
8501032

Organizational Location
PROVOST

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
08/14/2023

Position End Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Statement
4. Inclusive Excellence Statement

Optional Documents

1. Research Statement
2. Writing Sample
3. Scholarly Publications
4. Teaching Evaluations
5. Other Document
6. Unofficial Transcripts
7. Multi Media
8. Resume

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).