Lecturer, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Romance Studies

The Department of Romance Studies at Boston University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in French, beginning July 1, 2027.

Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas. Please visit https://www.bu.edu/values/ to learn more about our shared values.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

Required Skills

Candidates must have superior to native oral and written proficiency in French and English, a Master’s degree or PhD in French, Second Language Acquisition, or a related field, and at least three years of college-level teaching experience. We seek individuals who demonstrate excellence in student-centered teaching and a commitment to inclusive and innovative language teaching practices.

Responsibilities include teaching six courses per year, from beginning to advanced language and culture, coordinating multi-section language courses, leveraging digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning, and contributing to curriculum development in a dynamic and collaborative language program. Ability to teach Italian or Spanish would be an asset. The starting salary for this position is $72,000. The position offers a professional career track with possibilities for advancement. Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Romance Studies: https://www.bu.edu/rs/.

To Apply:

Please submit via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32469 (1) a cover letter that explains your interest in and qualifications for the position, (2) an up-to-date curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching, (4) a sample syllabus for a past or prospective course at the intermediate-high to advanced-mid level of language instruction, and (5) three letters of recommendation. Other materials (such as course evaluations, sample course materials, and/or a link to an unedited video of one of your class sessions) may be requested later in the interview process. Applications submitted through a method other than AcademicJobsOnline will not be considered. The application deadline is October 7.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. As part of this process, we ask current and past employers of the last seven years whether there has been a substantiated finding of sexual misconduct under their policies. To move forward, final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.

DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE.

Required Experience

Candidates must have superior to native oral and written proficiency in French and English, a Master’s degree or PhD in French, Second Language Acquisition, or a related field, and at least three years of college-level teaching experience. We seek individuals who demonstrate excellence in student-centered teaching and a commitment to inclusive and innovative language teaching practices.

Responsibilities include teaching six courses per year, from beginning to advanced language and culture, coordinating multi-section language courses, leveraging digital technologies to enhance teaching and learning, and contributing to curriculum development in a dynamic and collaborative language program. Ability to teach Italian or Spanish would be an asset. The starting salary for this position is $72,000. The position offers a professional career track with possibilities for advancement. Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Romance Studies: https://www.bu.edu/rs/.

To Apply:

Please submit via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32469 (1) a cover letter that explains your interest in and qualifications for the position, (2) an up-to-date curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to inclusive and innovative teaching, (4) a sample syllabus for a past or prospective course at the intermediate-high to advanced-mid level of language instruction, and (5) three letters of recommendation. Other materials (such as course evaluations, sample course materials, and/or a link to an unedited video of one of your class sessions) may be requested later in the interview process. Applications submitted through a method other than AcademicJobsOnline will not be considered. The application deadline is October 7.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. As part of this process, we ask current and past employers of the last seven years whether there has been a substantiated finding of sexual misconduct under their policies. To move forward, final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.

DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE BOSTON UNIVERSITY HR WEBSITE.