Assistant Professor in Spanish with spec. in Latin American Literature, Studies or Latinx Studies

In Fall 2022, the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Global Languages and Cultures will welcome a tenure track faculty member as part of the Latinx and Latin American Studies cluster. This position will join faculty in the departments of English, History, Global Languages and Cultures, Philosophy, and Religious Studies who focus on Latinx and Latin American Studies. The person hired to this position will conduct scholarship, teach existing courses, develop new courses for the minor, and help shape the new major. This person will have an affiliation with the Race and Ethnic Studies program and may also contribute to other interdisciplinary programs. For more information about our cohort hires, please visit https://staging.udayton.edu/artssciences/about/cas-cohort-hires.php

We are seeking one tenure track assistant professor in Spanish or related field, with a specialization in Latin American Literature, Studies or Latinx Studies to start August 16, 2022. We seek a teacher-scholar prepared to contribute to the growth and development of the Spanish program as well as the Latinx Studies Minor in the Race and Ethnic Studies Program by developing courses and programming. The expectations of the position include being able to teach Spanish language, Latin American Literature, and Latin American Studies or Latinx Studies courses at all undergraduate levels; maintaining an active agenda of research and scholarship leading to publication; teaching nine credit hours per semester; and contributing to the department, university, and profession through service.

The Department of Global Languages and Cultures offers instruction in eight languages as well as majors and minors in French, German and Spanish, and minors in Italian, Arabic and Chinese. The department currently has seven tenure-line faculty and five lecturers. For more information about the Department, please visit https://udayton.edu/artssciences/academics/languages/index.php

The successful candidates will join UD, a university committed to Human Rights, Social Justice, and Global Learning as strategic priorities. UD pays special attention to opportunities where human rights and sustainability researchers can work together to advance the common good.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Spanish or related field, with a specialization in Latin American Literature, Studies or Latinx Studies or a foreign equivalent degree at the time of application
  • Promise for excellence in:
    • research in the field of Latin American Literature, Studies or Latinx studies
    • teaching and developing courses and programming in Spanish language, Latin American Literature, Studies or Latinx studies at the college level
  • 3 years experience as instructor of record in teaching Spanish language courses
  • Written fluency in English and Spanish.
  • Candidates who meet the above qualifications must also demonstrate oral fluency, which will be assessed during the initial interview.

A complete application consists of a cover letter that addresses all of the minimum qualifications and any applicable preferred qualifications met for the position, curriculum vitae, 500 words describing your approach to teaching a Latin American Literature or Latinx Literature course, statement of research, demonstrated excellence in teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations of teaching, peer/supervisor evaluative reports on teaching), unofficial transcripts/diploma of graduate work, a list of three references.

For a complete list of qualifications and to apply go to: https://employment.udayton.edu/cw/en-us/job/499131/assistant-professor-of-spanish-specializing-latin-american-literature-studies-or-latinx-studies

The application deadline is 11:55 PM EST November 1, 2021.

The University of Dayton is a top tier, Catholic research university with offerings from the undergraduate to the doctoral levels. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, the University is a diverse community committed to advancing the common good through intellectual curiosity, academic rigor, community engagement and local, national and global partnerships. Guided by the Marianist educational philosophy, we educate the whole person and link learning and scholarship with leadership and service.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

The University is also pleased to provide support for spouses of prospective and newly hired faculty through its dual career program. While we cannot guarantee placement, we serve as an effective resource and support system for your spouse. Information can be found at http://www.udayton.edu/hr/employee_resources/dual_career_resources.php


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