Assistant Professor of Spanish

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15/10/24

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Condiciones económicas 

$6,932-7,250/month; Excellent Benefits.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position.  Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Descripción 

The Department of Languages, Cultures, and Literatures invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning in Fall 2025.

The successful candidate will teach Spanish courses at all levels as well as upper division courses in area(s) of specialization. 

Our teacher-scholar model includes a 3-3 teaching load. Candidates with an  interest in one or more of the following areas, Climate Change and Environmental Justice, Borders and Social Justice, and Technology and the Human Experience, will have the opportunity to join an interdisciplinary cohort with other scholars from across the College of Arts and Sciences. Candidates interested in this opportunity should indicate so in their letter of application.

Requisitos 

We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar with a specialization in Heritage Language Learning and Pedagogy. Experience or specialization in bilingualism, biliteracy, dialectology, sociolinguistics, community engagement, and/or U.S. Latina/o/x literary or cultural studies is a plus. 

Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English required. Experience in language teaching and in effectively addressing diversity in curricula and the classroom is important as well as a demonstrated ability to contribute to the university’s efforts to become an Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). The candidate must have a strong commitment to both teaching and scholarly achievement, as well as enthusiasm and demonstrated excellence in teaching. 

The successful candidate will:

  • Hold an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate or other terminal degree and native or near-native fluency in both Spanish and English. . ABD candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Have demonstrated a commitment to teaching and research, mentoring undergraduates, and fostering a climate of inclusion and diversity.
  • Applicants should demonstrate an active research agenda, and a record of successful teaching at multiple levels.

Cómo solicitar 

Apply online.

Candidates are asked to submit the following materials by October 15, 2024.

1. Letter of application, include reference to the cluster(s) of interest (if applicable)

2. Curriculum vitae

3. Teaching Statement and a sample syllabus

4. Research Statement and a sample of scholarly work

5. Diversity statement, in which you address A) your values with respect to diversity, equity, and inclusion; B) your experience working with minoritized populations and/or on issues that disproportionately affect diverse populations, and C) your plans related to diversity and inclusion in your teaching and research.

6. Upon request, candidates will be invited to provide contact information for three references who will be sent a link to upload letters.

For full consideration, all materials must be received by October 15, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Observaciones 

Contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Alejandro Meter (ameter@sandiego.edu), Chair, Department of Languages, Cultures, and Literatures with any questions.