Visiting Professor

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Pamela Stewart Visiting Professor in Italian Studies, Winter 2027

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at McGill University invites applications for the Pamela Stewart Visiting Professor in Italian Studies for the Winter 2027 term.

The position is intended to bring a distinguished scholar in Italian Studies to McGill for one semester to contribute to the intellectual life of the Italian Studies program, support student engagement, and enhance the Department’s existing curricular offerings.

The Pamela Stewart Visiting Professor will teach two courses in Italian Studies, to be determined in consultation with the Department and in accordance with University regulations and existing curricular needs. The Visiting Professor will also contribute to the broader academic life of the Department through activities such as a public lecture, workshop, seminar, or student-facing event.

Applicants must hold a ranked academic appointment, or its equivalent, at another academic institution. They should normally hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Italian Studies or a closely related field. Areas of specialization are open, although preference may be given to candidates whose work can attract broad student interest while clearly strengthening Italian Studies at McGill.

The appointment will provide support up to a maximum amount of $40,000, structured in accordance with University policies and applicable tax regulations. This amount will encompass the Visiting Professor’s teaching and other academic contributions during the appointment. One round-trip airfare to Montreal may also be included, subject to approval.

Applications should include:

• a cover letter outlining the applicant’s interest in the position;
• a curriculum vitae;
• a brief description of proposed teaching contributions, including courses the applicant would be prepared to offer;
• a brief description of a proposed public lecture, workshop, seminar, or student-facing event; and
• the names and contact information of two referees.

The appointment is expected to take place during the Winter 2027 term. Applications should be sent to the Chair, Cecily Raynor, at [email protected] by September 30, 2026. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. The selected candidate will spend the winter term at McGill, beginning in early January 2027. 

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.