Instructor/Assistant Professor in French (Open Rank)

ABOUT US

Oral Roberts University is a Christian university located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. As a globally recognized, Holy Spirit-empowered university, we develop whole leaders for the whole world through a unique Whole Person education. Our staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of our students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS UNTIL FILLED.

JOB DESCRIPTION

- FULL TIME

Location: Tulsa, OK

The Oral Roberts University School of Liberal Arts invites applications for a full-time faculty position in French Beginning in August 2025.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Our department is looking for a dynamic individual to promote our French language program, including study abroad opportunities in the Francophone world. The candidate duties include but are not limited to teaching elementary through advanced levels of French, including French Phonetics, Composition, and civilization and culture courses, as well as academic advising. Additional responsibilities may include overseeing our Cultural Center where students receive language tutoring.

Besides teaching assigned courses, full-time faculty members are expected to:

• Participate with students in research
• Attend chapel services and academic meetings
• Serve on academic committees
• Support student activities
• Hold office hours for mentoring and advisement

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have native or near native fluency in French. While a master's degree in French is preferred, candidates with a master's degree and at least 18 graduate hours of coursework in French may be considered. Candidates must be able to demonstrate effective teaching and leadership skills. Knowledge of educational technology and openness to expanding these skills are a must.

Oral Roberts University is a private liberal arts university dedicated to educating the whole person located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that operates in an evangelical Christian environment. We seek a person committed to the Christian faith, to the lifestyle of the ORU community of faith, and to academic excellence. All ORU employees commit to a lifestyle based on an honor code of conduct and work in support of the University's vision and mission. Faculty members are expected to work collegially with staff, administration, and other faculty members as we work to mentor and teach students.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Complete the ORU faculty application

2. Please provide a letter of interest that directly addresses the position profile above, curriculum vitae, and transcripts from all colleges and universities listed on your C.V. and application

3. Please provide three (3) letters of reference

Any questions can be directed to David Farnsworth, Chair of the School of Liberal Arts. He can be reached at 918-495-6768 or dfarnsworth@oru.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.