Vibrant, multidisciplinary and creative, the Faculty of Arts and Scienceis one of Université de Montréal’s largest faculties. Through its 28 departments, schools, centres and one institute, it offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, some of which are unique in Quebec. It is also home to some 30 interdisciplinary research centres and groups. Every day, its 650 faculty members are helping shape a better tomorrow by advancing knowledge and encouraging the convergence of perspectives.

The Department of Literatures and Languages of the Worldoffers a range of interdisciplinary programs that explore a diversity of cultural and linguistic contexts and forms of expression. Our programs in German studies and Digital humanities are vital sections of the department. At the intersection of these two disciplines, the position is distinguished by its dual focus: to contribute fully to teaching and research in German studies in the fields of literature, language, and culture of the German-speaking world, while developing digital approaches applied to the subjects, corpora, and methods of the humanities.

Day-to-day responsibilities

- Teach at all grade levels, dividing your time equally between German studies and Digital humanities, while demonstrating an active commitment to the principles of EDI (equity, diversity, inclusion);
- Supervise MA and PhD students;
- Develop an independent, innovative, and high-quality research program in the field of German studies and Digital humanities, in collaboration with various centers, including the Centre de rechercher interuniversitaire sur les humanités numériques(CRIHN) and the Centre canadien d'études allemandes et européennes(CCEAE);




- Apply for and secure research grants from key provincial and federal funding bodies;
- Participate in activities that promote your field (publications, conferences, scientific activities, and others);
- Contribute to the functioning of the institution by serving on departmental and faculty committees.

Qualifications

- Ph.D. in German studies, Digital humanities, or a related discipline;
- Strong research record and demonstrated substantial and balanced integration of these two fields, through significant publications or work;
- Strong disciplinary expertise in German studies (with a possible focus on literature, language, history, or cultural and media studies) along with demonstrated expertise in the methods, tools, or issues specific to the Digital humanities (e.g., corpus analysis, natural language processing, digital editing, or artificial intelligence);
- Proven ability to provide high-quality university-level instruction and mentoring;
- Sufficient proficiency in German to teach in that language;
- Demonstrated potential to develop institutional, inter-university, national and international collaborations; Ability to collaborate with faculty members in interdisciplinary contexts;
- Adequate proficiency in the French language or commitment to learning it once hired, through the Université de Montréal’s French language support program,



in accordance with the Université de Montréal language policy.

Additional information about the position

- Competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits
- Expected start date: As of 1 June 2027
- Located on the Montréal campus

How to submit your application

Applications can be submitted through our online recruitment system (click on the “Apply for job” button) before 10 November 2026. An application must include the following documents:

- A cover letter;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Copies of, or links to, three recent publications or research papers;
- A statement outlining your experience and approach to teaching and mentoring;
- A statement outlining your proposed research program;
- Three letters of recommendation submitted directly by the referees to the department;
- Two sample syllabi (one for an undergraduate ALL course and the other for a graduate HNU course) related to departmental course offerings;
- Teaching evaluations if available.

Contact information

Manuel Meune, Chair

Department of Literatures and Languages of the World

We encourage you to complete the self-identification questionnaire.More information is available in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion section at the end of this document.

As per UdeM’s appointment procedures, members of the Assembly of Professors may consult all submitted application files. If you wish your application to remain confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.

HEALTH AND FINANCIAL BENEFITS

- Medical, paramedical, dental and travel insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Pro

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