Visiting Assistant Professor of German

Visiting Assistant Professor of German

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Job Title:
Visiting Assistant Professor of German

Job Family:
Furman Faculty

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time

Compensation Grade:
FAC

Pay Type:
Salary

Department:
Modern Languages & Literatures

Job Summary:
Ph.D. in German Studies preferred by August 1, 2022; ABD considered. Native or near-native fluency in German and English and prior teaching experience required. Specialty open, but we would be especially interested in candidates with expertise in topics relating to one or more of the following: 17th-, 18th-, or 19th-century literature; environmental studies; migration studies; Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Ability to teach “German for the Professions,” “Natural Environment in German Literature and Thought,” and/or a first-year writing seminar desirable. Candidates must demonstrate scholarly potential as well as commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching at all levels of language, literature and culture in a liberal arts setting. The successful candidate will have the ability to work with historically underrepresented students, including students of color, and be committed to assisting the university in its continuing efforts to become a model of inclusive excellence. They will also demonstrate the enthusiasm and potential to make dynamic contributions in line with The Furman Advantage. Teaching load is five courses per year. Competitive salary and benefits.

Job Description:

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Visiting Assistant Professor of German

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Furman University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of German, effective August 2022. Located in Greenville, SC, Furman University is a nationally-ranked, top 50 liberal arts college which aspires to become a leader among its peer institutions in making meaningful and lasting progress in responding to the needs and concerns of people of color, women, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. Furman University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of university life, and strives to create an anti-racist community through excellence in teaching, mentorship, and programming. Numerous initiatives and programs are underway or planned to promote these ideals, including: historic projects, dialogue initiatives, the Center for Inclusive Communities, and a new major in Africana Studies. The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures similarly strives to foster an environment of inclusion in all respects, including in our curriculum, pedagogy, mentoring, and departmental culture.

Ph.D. in German Studies preferred by August 1, 2022; ABD considered. Native or near-native fluency in German and English and prior teaching experience required. Specialty open, but we would be especially interested in candidates with expertise in topics relating to one or more of the following: 17th-, 18th-, or 19th-century literature; environmental studies; migration studies; Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Ability to teach “German for the Professions,” “Natural Environment in German Literature and Thought,” and/or a first-year writing seminar desirable. Candidates must demonstrate scholarly potential as well as commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching at all levels of language, literature and culture in a liberal arts setting. The successful candidate will have the ability to work with historically underrepresented students, including students of color, and be committed to assisting the university in its continuing efforts to become a model of inclusive excellence. They will also demonstrate the enthusiasm and potential to make dynamic contributions in line with The Furman Advantage. Teaching load is five courses per year. Competitive salary and benefits.

Applicants must submit materials no later than March 11, 2022. The review of applications will begin immediately. Preliminary interviews will be conducted remotely via video conference. Please upload all application materials as a single PDF in the following order: letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and diversity statement. Candidates must also submit three letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses the candidate's teaching abilities) via Interfolio to leah.harvey@furman.edu. The diversity statement, not to exceed 300 words, should describe how the candidate's teaching, scholarship, mentoring and/or service might contribute to a liberal arts college community that includes a commitment to inclusion and equity among its core values.

Greenville, SC, is a racially and culturally diverse community that is one of the fastest growing cities in the Southeast and is ranked among “America's Ten Best” by Forbes Magazine. Greenville has a thriving downtown, excellent private and public schools and a vibrant international community. A 20-mile bike and running trail connects the university to Greenville and Travelers Rest, which was named “one of America's coolest small towns.” It is within a short driving distance of Asheville, Charlotte and Atlanta. The Blue Ridge Mountains and Atlantic Beaches are within easy reach. In keeping with our commitment to equity and inclusion, domestic partners of employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits and faculty/staff affinity groups exist to offer support for faculty/staff that identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or Black/African-American.

Inquiries may be directed to Linda B. Bartlett, Professor of Spanish and Chair, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613, linda.bartlett@furman.edu.

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Furman is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff. The University aspires to create a community of people representing a multiplicity of identities including gender, race, religion, spiritual belief, sexual orientation, geographic origin, socioeconomic background, ideology, world view, and varied abilities. Domestic partners of employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits. jeid-08cd7161519bcd44b0f91771d6f00a4e