Lecturer in French and Intercultural Studies (Education Focused)
Join a world-leading university as an education-focused academic specializing in French language and intercultural pedagogy.
Best for:Best for experienced educators in French studies or applied linguistics with a focus on pedagogical innovation and intercultural communication.
Overview
Monash University is seeking a dynamic academic to join the School of Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Linguistics as an Education-Focused Lecturer. The successful candidate will contribute to the Master's level educational offerings and the French language stream of the European Languages Major. This role emphasizes pedagogical innovation, technology-enhanced learning, and student-centered delivery within a research-intensive environment. Applicants are expected to demonstrate expertise in French language pedagogy, second language acquisition, and intercultural professional practice. The position offers a clear trajectory toward educational leadership within a supportive and inclusive academic community.
What you'll do
- Design and deliver engaging, inclusive, and technology-rich learning experiences for students in lectures, tutorials, and online environments.
- Lead unit development and implement diversified assessment strategies with constructive feedback mechanisms.
- Foster flexible, student-centered learning spaces that utilize student feedback for continuous improvement.
- Conduct scholarly activity focused on educational practice, second language acquisition, or intercultural pedagogy.
- Supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
- Contribute actively to educational initiatives at the School, Faculty, and University levels.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in French Studies, Applied Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, Intercultural Studies, or a closely related field.
Language: English (professional proficiency); French (high-level proficiency).
Instruction: English and French
- High-level proficiency in French and ability to teach at undergraduate levels.
- Proven track record of effective teaching and assessment in higher education.
- Demonstrated capability in curriculum development and evidence-informed pedagogical approaches.
- Expertise in technology-enhanced language learning and online teaching environments.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and team leadership skills.
- Must be eligible to work in Australia.
- Must hold a PhD or equivalent research and teaching experience.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-02 (AEDT) · open until filled
Applicants must address the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in the position description. Applications should be submitted via the Monash University careers portal. Candidates requiring reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process should contact the HR recruitment team.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Statement addressing Key Selection Criteria
Contact
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