Assistant Professor, Latin American & Lusophone Lit/Film

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University in Boston, MA, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in contemporary Latin American and Luso-Brazilian literature and film in the Department of Romance Studies. The position includes a 2/2 teaching load and requires teaching one undergraduate Cinema and Media Studies course per year, contributing to its curriculum and electives.

The ideal candidate will pursue transnational scholarship, teach Portuguese, Spanish, and English, and hold a PhD by September 1, 2027;

Qualifications

• PhD in an appropriate discipline by Sep 1, 2027.
• Demonstrated interest in Cinema and Media Studies.
• Excellence in research and teaching; ready for university service.
• Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese, Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 2/2 load and one undergraduate Cinema and Media Studies course per year.
• Contribute to curriculum and elective offerings in the Cinema and Media Studies program.
• Engage in innovative scholarship and departmental service.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching excellence

Cinema & Media Studies

Portuguese proficiency

Spanish proficiency

English proficiency

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

Boston University in Boston, MA, invites applications for an Assistant Professor in contemporary Latin American and Luso-Brazilian literature and film in the Department of Romance Studies. The position includes a 2/2 teaching load and requires teaching one undergraduate Cinema and Media Studies course per year, contributing to its curriculum and electives.

The ideal candidate will pursue transnational scholarship, teach Portuguese, Spanish, and English, and hold a PhD by September 1, 2027;