Position Description

The Department of French in the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full time teaching‑stream position in French Language Teaching and Cultural Studies.

The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members.

Candidates from Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements and Qualifications

- PhD in French Studies, Second Language Pedagogy, Education Studies, or a related field.

- Evidence of engagement with French/Francophone Literary or Cultural Studies and a record of excellence in teaching.

- Teaching experience in a degree‑granting program, including lecture preparation and delivery, curriculum development, and development of online material.

- Demonstrated commitment to pedagogical inquiry and interest in teaching‑related scholarly activities.

- Native or near‑native proficiency in French and strong command of English.

- Record of delivering high‑quality French language instruction to learners of varying levels.

- Experience with intensive, hybrid/online, experiential or other innovative delivery modes is an asset.

- Interest in two or more of the following areas: teaching cultural studies in a second or foreign language context, feminism or gender studies, digital humanities, literary studies; expertise in theatre, science fiction, fantasy, and graphic novels is valued.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be assigned a teaching and service load in the Department of French.

Hiring Salary Range

$113,300 – $130,000 CAD per annum, depending on experience.

Negotiations beyond this range may be considered for exceptionally qualified candidates.

About Us





The Department of French is located on the St. George campus in downtown Toronto.

The University offers opportunities to conduct research, teach, and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world.

Application Process

All application materials must be received by September 1, 2026.

Applicants should submit the following materials in French or English:

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Complete teaching dossier (teaching statement, sample course syllabi for at least three undergraduate courses including one language course, teaching evaluations, and relevant teaching accomplishments)
- Names and contact information of three references (at least one reference letter must address teaching).

The University’s recruiting tool will automatically solicit reference letters from each referee within 48 hours of application submission.

Applicants remain responsible for ensuring recent letters are received by the closing date.

For questions, contact Professor Emmanuel Nikiema at

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and builds a culture of belonging.

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.

We value applicants who demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Applicants will be asked to complete a brief diversity survey.

The survey is voluntary and confidential; results are aggregated for institutional planning.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and strives to make recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible.

Applicants who require accommodations may contact

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