The Department of World Languages and Literatures in Dedman College at Southern Methodist University seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track professor of the practice in French and Arabic beginning fall semester 2014. Two-year contract with possibility of subsequent three-year contract renewals. M.A. or equivalent in French or Arabic required; Ph.D. a plus. We seek candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching a variety of language and culture courses at the college level and with training in second language acquisition and pedagogy. Native or near-native proficiency in French, Arabic, and English required. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be postmarked by April 15, 2014, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decision after the position is filled. Send cover letter, cv, statement of teaching philosophy, two letters of reference, and a photocopy of transcripts to Professor Marie-Luise Gaettens, Chair, World Languages and Literatures, Southern Methodist University, P.O. Box 750236, Dallas TX 75275-0236. SMU will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. SMU’s commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.