Continuing Non-Tenure Position Program of Italian Studies

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The Program of Italian Studies at Villanova invites applications for a continuing non-tenure-track (CNT) position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, starting in Fall 2027. We seek a new colleague with expertise in introductory and intermediate Italian levels who can also contribute to the development of the undergraduate language program.

We seek candidates who are committed to excellence in language teaching and can also design content-based courses. The candidate should be able to teach courses using student-centered, proficiency-oriented, and communicative approaches; develop language classes with varieties of culture; and collaborate on initiatives related to student programming and service.

The typical teaching load is three courses per semester. Villanova encourages ongoing professional engagement by providing support at the departmental, college, and university levels for curricular innovation and conference travel. CNT faculty are eligible for promotion.

The candidate should possess native or near-native fluency in both Italian and English, along with a PhD in Italian Studies or a related field. Additionally, they should demonstrate a strong commitment to language teaching and student mentoring.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated expertise in instructional pedagogies and the ability to design language courses that incorporate diverse media and content from various historical periods.

Application materials should be submitted on-line at http://jobs.villanova.edu by January 10, 2027. Please address questions about to Dr. James Kriesel, Director of the Italian Studies Program, at james.kriesel@villanova.edu.

Candidates should include:

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• Three confidential letters of recommendation

• Teaching statement about pedagogy and curriculum

• Sample syllabus for a first or second semester intermediate course with a content-forward component

• Complete set of course evaluations (preferably with student comments)

• Unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required for finalists)

• Finalists will be asked to provide a statement articulating how the candidate’s contributions may support the University mission (and enduring principles).

• Optional: Other materials related to a teaching portfolio

Competitive