University Teacher in French

The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Turku invites applications for contract-based, fixed term University Teacher in French from August 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026. This is due to substitution.

The Department of French is part of the School of Languages and Translation Studies. The School is an active, diverse and international centre for language study education and research.  The Department of French conducts research on different aspects related to communication and language learning and trains experts in language and communication.

https://www.utu.fi/en/university/faculty-of-humanities/french

Job description

The position of university teacher includes teaching and supervisory duties in Bachelor's and Master's studies in French. The university teacher is responsible for language proficiency instruction as well as teaching courses in academic communication skills, language teaching, linguistics, cultural studies, and/or translation studies. The role may also include teaching in Master's degree programmes. Additionally, the university teacher is responsible for academic advising and student admissions tasks.

The successful candidate is expected to conduct active scientific research aligned with the research profiles of the discipline and the School, as well as the university's interdisciplinary areas of strength. The university teacher also participates in administrative duties and contributes to the activities of societal interaction. The position requires excellent communication skills in French, along with proficiency in Finnish and/or English.

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Who we are looking for

In accordance to the eligibility criteria for university teacher, the applicant should have

  • an applicable higher university degree
  • good teaching skills

 

Successful performance in the post of university teacher requires

  • excellent communication skills in French, along with proficiency in Finnish and/or English
  • experience in university level teaching of French
  • ability to teach in Bachelor's and Master's studies in French

 

When assessing the merits of the applicants we will take into account

  • extensive competence in the field in question
  • teacher training
  • the ability to produce study materials and the ability to provide multifaceted teaching

We value equality and diversity in our work community and encourage all qualified applicants with different backgrounds to apply for our open positions.

Benefits

We offer you responsible and interesting tasks and the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a versatile operating environment. You get a professional and inspiring team to support your work. We take care of your well-being at work and the functionality of your everyday life, e.g. with the help of flexible working hours and our well-being services.

Please read more about University of Turku as an employee from our Come work with us! pages.

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Salary and trial period

The salary for the position is determined on the basis of job demand assessment levels 4–6 of the university salary system for teaching and research personnel, where the task-specific salary component is between € 2775–3747 per month. A component that is based on personal performance is also paid in addition to the task-specific salary, and this component is min. 6 % of the task-specific salary. The salary will in the beginning of the employment be approximately 3500 €/month.

The position has a trial period of six (6) months.

How to apply

Please submit your application through our online recruitment system. The closing date for applications is 2.4.2025 at 16.00 (Europe/Helsinki).

Your application must include the following:

  • a CV
  • a teaching portfolio
  • a list of publications
  • copies of degree certificates
  • other documents verifying the applicant’s competence and qualifications

Template for CV https://www.tenk.fi/en/template-researchers-curriculum-vitae
Guidelines for teaching portfolio https://www.utu.fi/en/teaching-portfolio
Guidelines for list of publications https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/how-to-apply-for-funding/az-index-of-application-guidelines2/list-of-publications/

The application and the attachments should be written either in Finnish or in English.

The top candidates may be interviewed.

 

Further information

For additional information on the position, please contact Professor Marjut Johansson

For further information on the recruitment process, please contact HR Specialist Maija Österlund.

School of Languages and Translation Studies

The School of Languages and Translation Studies (SLT) is an international teaching and research centre that trains various types of experts in languages, cultures and communication. Our research focuses on different phenomena in languages and cultures, such as multilingualism and language contacts during different times and eras, interaction and variation, language and cognition, translation, as well as literary studies.

The Faculty of Humanities at the University of Turku aims to develop its surrounding society by training experienced, open-minded and critical experts for the societal needs of both Finland and the world. Our task is to act as the maintainers and promoters of civilisation. The Faculty operates in two locations, in Turku and Pori.

The University of Turku is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We build a sustainable future with multidisciplinary research, education, and collaboration. With us, your work will have a significant impact and relevance in the changing world.

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