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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor - Francophone Caribbean Studies

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM HSS - School of French Studies (Gregory Bentley Stone (00007411))

   

Work Location:

0416 Campbell B. Hodges Hall

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

The Department of French Studies in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences at Louisiana State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Francophone Caribbean Studies, inclusive of Louisiana and the Gulf Coast, across chronological periods. We seek a candidate with an interdisciplinary research practice including (but not limited to) ecocritical, feminist, cultural studies, historical or anthropological approaches. Experience in digital humanities as it relates to the candidate’s field of study, interest in public humanities and innovative pedagogy are encouraged. Designated as one of the “Centers of Excellence” by the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, the Department of French Studies and its Center for French and Francophone Studies are, in addition, part of the network of Chaires Senghor de la Francophonie.

Possibilities for collaboration exist with multiple interdisciplinary programs within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, including Comparative Literature; Linguistics; African and African-American Studies; Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies; and with other colleges across the university, including the Ogden Honors College, the Colleges of Music and Dramatic Arts, Art & Design, Coast and the Environment, and Science.

Required Qualifications: The candidate must have a PhD in French Studies or an equivalent degree at the time of employment, as well as four-skills fluency in both French and English. Knowledge of spoken and written creole (including Haitian, Martinican, or Louisiana French) is desirable. The candidate’s research in their area of expertise must be commensurate with LSU’s Carnegie Classification (Research University – very high research activity).

Responsibilities: A successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in both French and English, as well as graduate courses in their field of expertise. A successful candidate will have opportunities to supervise and mentor graduate students and serve on graduate committees for students in the DFS and other departments.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A complete application consists of a letter of application; a current CV; a one-page research statement; and a sample of written research work not to exceed 20 double-spaced pages. Application and requested materials should be submitted via the LSU Career Site. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). Original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please attach all required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

In addition, candidates are requested to send three confidential letters of recommendation to the following email address: lsufren@lsu.edu. Letters hosted by a dossier service such as Interfolio may also be sent to this email address.

To apply, visit: Louisiana State University - Careers
All materials, including letters of recommendation, must be received by December 5, 2025.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Greg Stone, Department Chair, at stone@lsu.edu.

   

Posting Date:

October 2, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

March 31, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions. This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

   

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