Visiting Assistant Professor of Italian

The University of Arkansas announces a one-year renewable Visiting Assistant Professor position in Italian in the Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures to begin August 15, 2013.

The applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in English and Italian, and be willing to teach Italian courses at all levels; assist in the development of an Italian minor; recruit students for the Italian program and for the University Rome Center; and participate in a variety of extra-curricular activities.

Commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship is required. Research specialization is open; Ph.D. in Italian required. Please send a cover letter, CV, three current letters of recommendation, transcripts, a writing sample, a statement of teaching philosophy, and evidence of teaching ability to the Italian Search Committee, Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures Kimpel Hall 425, University of Arkansas; Fayetteville, AR 72701 or dogden@uark.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act and persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States. Thank you very much for letting suitable applicants know about this position.

Contact:
Louise Rozier Associate Professor and Section Head of Italian Department of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures Kimpel Hall 425 University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701