Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics

Louisiana State University, Department of World Languages, Literatures & Cultures in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics to begin August 2024.

Responsibilities: Strong program of scholarly research and publication; teaching language and linguistics classes at the undergraduate and graduate levels; 2/2 teaching load. Experience working in, and an ability to contribute to, a multicultural setting is essential.

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Spanish Linguistics or related area in hand by August 1, 2024; native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English. Candidates with Ph.D. in hand are preferred, but we will consider those who are close to completion and will finish by the time of the appointment.

Additional/Preferred Qualifications: Ability to teach advanced and/or graduate courses in semantics, second language acquisition, and bilingualism/language contact.

Additional Information:
Review of applications will begin on January 10, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. LSU and the Department of World Languages, Literatures & Cultures are firmly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty; thus, women and those from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; sick leave; paid holidays; wellness benefits; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Application materials, including vita, cover letter, description of research program (Other Document 1), sample of scholarly writing (Other Document 2), evidence of teaching excellence (Other Document 3), and statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, research, professional activities, and/or service (Other Document 4) should be attached to the electronic application.
Three letters of recommendation should be e-mailed (preferred) to abwill@lsu.edu or sent by postal mail to Spanish Linguistics Search Committee, 316 Hodges Hall, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Rafael Orozco at rorozc1@lsu.edu.

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.