Inst/Ast Prof

Working/Functional Title

Romance Languages - Instructor or Ast Professor

Position Summary

The Department of Romance and Classical Studies seeks applications for a pool of qualified fixed-term Instructors/Assistant Professors to teach courses in Classics, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.  Rank is determined by highest degree with an MA degree required for an instructor position and a PhD required for an assistant professor position. All degrees must be confirmed by degree-granting institutions at the time of hire. The position can be part-time or full-time and vary by semester, depending on the needs of the department. It is possible that no positions are needed in some semesters. Position is renewable and contingent upon funding and performance. 

Position Summary: 
Responsibilities include: 
Teaching lower and/or upper division courses, based on qualifications, in one of the languages listed above 
Holding office hours 
Preparing course materials 
Grading assignments 
Following course policies and guidelines 
Attending all workshops and meetings required for the class 
Preparing syllabi 
Attending departmental meetings, when applicable 
 
Appointments are initially for one year or one semester, depending on scheduling needs, but may be renewed based on funding and performance. 
Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. These are non-tenure track positions. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

• M.A. or equivalent in Classics, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, or related field for Instructor rank
• PhD or equivalent in Classics, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, or related field required for an assistant professor rank
• Native or near native proficiency in that language and English 

Desired Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent in Classics, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, or related field. 

Required Application Materials

a) a cover letter
b) current curriculum vitae
c) any other materials desired by the search committee
d) a summary of the candidate's experience with diversity in the classroom and/or in past or planned research endeavors, experience mentoring diverse students or community outreach initiatives, and an explanation of how the candidate will advance our goals of inclusive excellence
e) the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees.

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin ASAP and will be on-going through 2026 based on needs of the department. Applicants must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website Posting Number For more information, contact Chair of the Search Committee, Anne Violin-Wigent at

Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. 

Review of Applications Begins On

12/01/2024

Department Statement

The College of Arts & Letters recognizes that only an academic and organizational culture, which actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members results in true excellence. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The College of Arts & Letters is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

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