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Full-time Tenure Track Position in Literatures in English
John Cabot University (JCU), an accredited American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Literatures in English (Assistant or Associate level), to begin in August 2026. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in English Literature, and special consideration will be given to those with an MFA in creative writing. Familiarity and experience with the American liberal arts educational tradition will be considered an advantage.
Candidates are expected to be fluent in English, which is the language of instruction, and to possess valid EU working documents in Italy at time of application. The initial appointment is for two years, with the possibility of tenure.
We seek someone to join a solid department with a central role in the liberal arts curriculum, committed to promoting an inclusive academic environment where every student can thrive. Successful candidates should demonstrate dedication to excellence in teaching and mentoring, scholarly activity, and commitment to university, departmental, and community service. The ideal candidate will be prepared to teach introductory courses (e.g., literary surveys, genre courses) and contribute to the development of the major. The teaching load is three courses per semester. Successful candidates with the MFA qualification will be expected to serve in a leadership role for JCU’s Institute for Creative Writing and Literary Translation.
Applicants should send 1) a cover letter addressing their interest and fit for teaching at an American liberal arts college in Rome; 2) an updated curriculum vitae; 3) a research statement highlighting their primary research goals and plans to achieve them within the resources typically available at a small liberal arts university. It should also address how their research agenda will create meaningful opportunities for undergraduate student involvement; 4) a teaching statement addressing their experience or perspective on teaching and mentoring, including courses the candidate would be prepared and excited to teach; 5) evidence of teaching excellence. Materials should be sent as a single pdf file to [email protected]
Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent separately to the same email address.
Review of applications will begin December 20 and continue until the positions are filled. Applications received before January 5 will receive full consideration.
Inquiries about the position may be addressed to Dr. Alessandra Grego ([email protected]).
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University continuously reviews CVs for adjunct faculty capable of teaching a broad range of liberal arts subjects in English except where noted. Candidates are strongly recommended to have a Ph.D. or terminal degree in their area of study with the exception of language and professional courses. Preference will be given to candidates with terminal degrees (PhDs or their equivalents) and teaching experience within a student-centered learning environment.
The following areas are currently being reviewed:
Please send a letter of application and CV to [email protected], indicating the name of the position in the subject line. All applications will be acknowledged, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted further.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, is searching for candidates to be posted on teamed assignments as ASL Interpreters. As an American Sign Language Interpreter, you will provide professional working proficient interpreting services in English, both live and on video (when needed), in various settings at John Cabot University, mostly in a classroom setting. The ideal candidates will demonstrate knowledge of a number of specialized skills. We are looking to create a team of ASL professionals, and therefore are looking for a minimum of two qualified candidates.
Certification of RID is required. Candidates must also have at least one of the following interpreting certifications at time of hire: CSC, CI&CT, NAD IV or V, NIC.
Note that this position requires a Partita IVA, and that all applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position.
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All applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position. Please send your (ENGLISH only) CV and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line "ASL Interpreter." While we appreciate every application received, note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Position will remain open until filled.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, is seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill the position of CRM and Marketing Operations Specialist to lead inbound marketing and CRM strategies across multiple departments, with a strong focus on HubSpot management and optimization. This role blends technical expertise with strategic marketing insight, as part of a collaborative and supportive team environment within an international, mission-driven institution. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Enrollment, the CRM & MO Specialist will play a central role in planning and executing email marketing campaigns, improving recruitment funnels, and driving engagement through personalized communication workflows, leading marketing automation efforts in collaboration with the Marketing and Admissions departments. This is a one-year term contract, with the possibility of renewal.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications and Skills
All applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy at time of application. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position.
Please send your (ENGLISH only) CV and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line "CRM & MO Specialist." The position will be open until filled, with application review commencing immediately. The ideal candidate will begin employment as soon as possible.
While we appreciate every application received, note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. In accordance with L. 68/99, we actively encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories and individuals with disabilities for this position.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Degree-Seeking (DS) Admissions Assistant. This is a fully on-site position. The Admissions Assistant will be responsible for advising prospective students and their families and guiding them through the admissions cycle, starting from inquiry stage to enrollment and arrival to campus, and upkeep of admissions databases. The successful candidate will be highly organized, energetic, creative, and resilient, with the ability and enthusiasm to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse population. This is a full-time (38 hours/week), one-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications and Skills
All applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy at time of application. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position.
Email your (English only) CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] with subject line “DS Admissions Assistant.” The position will remain open until filled, with application review commencing immediately and priority given to applications received by September 15, 2025. The ideal candidate will begin employment as early as October 1, 2025.
While we appreciate every application received, note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
In accordance with L. 68/99, we actively encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories and individuals with disabilities for this position.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Executive Assistant to the Dean of Academic Affairs. The Executive Assistant to the Dean of Academic Affairs plays a pivotal role in supporting the Dean by overseeing administrative operations, facilitating communications, ensuring efficiency and streamlining of academic procedures, and delivering comprehensive administrative and organizational support to the Academic Dean’s Office. This role involves active support for the Dean across all executive academic and administrative activities of the University. The Assistant also coordinates and supervises the Faculty Support Office, ensuring smooth operations and facilitating consistent and efficient support to the University Faculty. This is a full-time (38 hours/week), one-year term contract with the possibility of renewal.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Executive Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following:
Qualifications and Skills
All applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position.
Email your (English only) CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] with subject line “Executive Assistant to the Dean.” The position will remain open until filled, with application review commencing immediately and priority given to applications received by October 8. The ideal candidate will begin employment as early as November 3, 2025.
While we appreciate every application received, note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
In accordance with L. 68/99, we actively encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories and individuals with disabilities for this position.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
John Cabot University, an accredited American university in Rome, seeks an IT Help Desk Technician to provide front line, first level support. Under the supervision of the IT Specialists, and as an integral part of a team of IT administration and support, the position entails direct contact with students, faculty, and staff in troubleshooting any IT issue that may arise on campus. The ideal candidate is a dynamic individual with multitasking capabilities who is able to prioritize duties depending on the situation, and must be committed, kind, available, and able to interact in a cheerful, respectful, and professional way with professors, students, and fellow staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications and Requirements
All applicants must possess valid EU working documents in Italy. JCU cannot sponsor candidates for working visas in Italy for this position. Please send your (ENGLISH only) CV and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line “IT Help Desk Technician.” The position will remain open until filled, but hiring is set to begin as soon as possible. Please include a cell phone number on your CV. While we appreciate every application received, note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.
