Position Title: FR360, Academic Writing in French

Term: Winter 2027 (January 1 – April 30)

Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 h per week/36 total

Type of Course: In-class

Anticipated Class Size: 40

Additional Course Requirements: None

Posted on: October 21, 2026

Posting ends: October 28, 2026

Position Summary

Taught in French. This course focuses on writing in French at the university level. Students gain practical experience through a variety in-class writing exercises. With opportunities for instructor and peer assessment, this course helps students develop strategies for self-evaluation and improvement.

Qualifications – Required

Doctoral Degree

Qualifications – Discipline

French

Qualifications – Areas of Specialization

Experience teaching French at an advanced level (C1, CEFR) would be considered an asset.

Qualifications – Other

PhD in French; native or near-native French language competency; knowledge of media technology and valid pedagogical experience in second language teaching. The Hiring Committee will conduct individual interviews with chosen candidates.

- Names and Contact Information for Referees
- Evidence of Good Teaching
- Verification of highest degree

Optional

- Teaching Dossier
- Sample Course Outline (2-pages maximum)

Applicants will be required to submit proof of academic credentials for highest degree prior to being awarded a contract. It is highly recommended that applicants include this verification with their application.

Chair of Languages & Literatures Department

This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent.



All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.

Please Note

Assessment of your application will be based primarily on the Candidate Application Form (CAF) . The Part-time Appointment Committee is only required to review the CAF, Curriculum Vitae, and any specifically referenced pages in a supplemental document(s) to ensure fair assessment of each candidate.

Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.

For Supplementary Remuneration for marking and grading allowance, see Article 28.2, and coordination of large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3

Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically.



Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier’s core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from qualified members of the equity-deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [email protected] . Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcome to contract Equity and Accessibility at [email protected] . We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posted in an alternative format, please contact Faculty Relations at [email protected] .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, as per Canadian immigration laws, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Members of the equity-deserving groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetar

📌 Academic Writing in French (London)
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