Visiting Assistant Professor, Spanish - Specialist in Latin American Literature

The Macalester College Department of Spanish and Portuguese invites applications for a non-tenure-track position, with possibility of renewal for up to two years at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor to begin fall semester of 2021. We are seeking a specialist in Latin American literature and culture of the 20th and 21st centuries, with a focus on indigenous studies. We would particularly welcome research that focuses on indigenous feminisms and epistemologies, indigenous political ecologies, and/or the convergence of race and indigeneity. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching both Spanish language and content courses. 

Candidates are expected to have a PhD in Spanish or a related field (in hand or expected by August 2021) and native/near-native proficiency in Spanish and English. The teaching load is five courses per year. Salary and benefits are competitive. To apply, electronically submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, three letters of recommendation, and a diversity statement (see below) to Academic Jobs Online. Completed applications received by February 15, 2021  will be given full consideration. For further information about the position, contact the department chair, Alicia Muñoz (amunoz@macalester.edu).

Macalester College is committed to student and faculty diversity, equity, and inclusion. Strong candidates will have a record of experience or demonstrated commitment to teaching diverse students. In addition to the materials noted above, applicants should also submit a diversity statement (no longer than 2 pages) that discusses past experiences and/or potential future contributions to inclusive excellence in the areas of research, teaching, service, and/or outreach. In the diversity statement, applicants should reflect upon their experience and vision regarding the teaching and mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds.

Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, with a population of approximately three million people and home to numerous colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Macalester's diverse student body comprises over 2000 undergraduates from all 50 states and the District of Columbia and 95 nations. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to academic excellence with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.