Working Title:

Adjunct Faculty Member - College of Arts & Humanities - French/German/Spanish

Appointment Type:

Adjunct

Purpose of Position:

Have you considered the exciting intellectual challenges of teaching high-ability students at Christopher Newport University? The College of Arts and Humanities is accepting applications from prospective adjunct faculty members to teach individual courses, as needed, in the following areas in Fall 2025 and beyond:

• Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German

Along with demonstrated ability for excellent teaching, candidates must hold an earnedgraduate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited university in a relevantdiscipline, with 18 completed semester hours of related graduate course work. Officialtranscripts will be required at the time of hire.

Candidates for hire are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check.

Departmental Information:

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (MCLL) atChristopher Newport University is composed of 16 teacher-scholars who are committedto undergraduate education and to professional growth. The Department offers instruction in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, ancient Greek, Italian, Latin, and Spanish. Our programs include five majors, four interdisciplinary minors,and MAT degrees in Spanish and ESL. We are also strong supporters of studyabroad: MCLL has sponsored numerous short-term study trips and, in conjunction withthe Office of Study Abroad, advises students on longer-term language immersionopportunities. In addition to serving our majors and minors, MCLLhas the privilege ofworking with a significant portion of the student body through the second languageliteracy requirement in the Liberal Learning Core Curriculum. MCLLf aculty memberspublish on a diverse range of subjects and welcome the opportunity to mentor studentson independent research projects. Candidates wishing to know more about thedepartment and its academic programs are invited to visit the department’s website.

CNU Information:

Christopher Newport University is anchored in excellence, and that is reflected in our ranking as the #1 regional public university in Virginia and #3 among regional public universities in the South. We are an inclusive and kind community, founded on our shared values of honor, scholarship, service and leadership. We offer an outstanding liberal arts education provided by dedicated, gifted teacher-scholars who are supported by a compassionate team of faculty and staff. Our 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students pursue more than 90 areas of study, as they live and learn on a largely residential campus. CNU’s on-campus performing and visual arts centers offer Broadway shows, world-class performances, engaging exhibitions, transformative lectures and classes, and more. Our athletics program is the winningest at any level in Virginia.

Christopher Newport University is in the heart of Newport News, a vibrant city with breathtaking scenery and unique experiences. The city and region offer affordable neighborhoods, local and name-brand shops, diverse dining options, local parks and water access, and fun recreational opportunities. Whatever your interests and goals, you belong at CNU! For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit cnu.edu.

Posting Number:

F116P

Posting Date:

12/06/2019

Application Instructions :

To apply, please submit the following:
1. Cover letter describing qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae (resume) detailing relevant teaching and/or professional experience
3. Contact information for at least three references

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Quick Link for Internal Postings:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/8878

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

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