Lecturer in Italian

The Italian Program at the University of California, Davis invites applications for a 63% Federation lecturer position for the academic year 2025-26, classes beginning Fall 2025. Reappointment is contingent upon performance review and continued budgetary support. The successful candidate will teach elementary Italian language (currently six courses per year on the quarter system).

Applicants must demonstrate excellence in teaching Italian at the undergraduate level, familiarity with SLA and foreign language pedagogy, and the ability to contribute actively to the curricular goals of a small but vibrant department. An M.A. is required and Ph.D. preferred. We particularly welcome candidates with demonstrated interest in improving access to the study of Italian for marginalized students and who bring passion and creativity to the teaching of elementary Italian. To see more about the program, its faculty and courses, visit: https://frenchanditalian.ucdavis.edu.

Submit a letter of application detailing teaching experience and philosophy, a current curriculum vitae, and three (3) references and their email contact information online at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07114 by May 16, 2025. The position is open until filled. A reasonable estimate for this position is $68,247 - $74,577. The salary is prorated based on initial appointment: this position will be part-time at 63%.

This position requires applicants to eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Please address any questions to Prof. Eric Louis Russell, Search Committee Chair (erussell@ucdavis.edu).

An M.A. is required and Ph.D. preferred.

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