Assistant Professor of Spanish

Eastern New Mexico University; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University is looking for a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Spanish to teach foundational and upper-level Spanish courses. This role demands a Ph.D. in Spanish, strong commitment to scholarly research, and effective mentorship of students.

Responsibilities include overseeing a diverse teaching load, with courses offered in multiple formats: in-person, hybrid, or online. A dedication to teaching excellence and community engagement is essential.

The position requires a commitment to regular attendance and a willingness to meet other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish required (ABD considered).
• Expertise in Latin American literature, translation/interpretation, and culture.
• Second language acquisition experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 load of foundational and upper-division Spanish courses.
• Maintain a consistent record of scholarly research and mentor student research.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.

Skills

Commitment to teaching excellence

Ability to work effectively in diverse communities

Education

Ph.D. in Spanish

Experience in linguistics and/or study abroad programs

Job description

Position Overview

Position Summary: The college of Liberal Arts and Sciences is seeking a qualified candidate to teach as a full-time tenure track Assistant Professor of Spanish. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately; position will remain open until filled. Start date is January 2027. This is a residential appointment, and campus presence is required.

Requirements

Responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load covering 1000- and 2000-level foundational Spanish courses and various upper-division courses, which may be offered in-person, hybrid, or online. The incumbent will serve the institution and remain active in the profession by maintaining a consistent record of scholarly research, including publications and presentations in peer-reviewed venues, and will mentor student research, attend regularly and predictably, and perform other duties as assigned.

• 4/4 teaching load, scholarship, and service.
• Teaching load will include 1000- and 2000-level foundational Spanish courses in addition to a variety of upper-division courses. Courses may be offered in-person, hybrid, or online.
• Serve the institution and remain active in the profession by maintaining a consistent record of scholarly research that includes publications and presentations in peer-reviewed venues.
• Mentorship of student research.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Spanish required (ABD considered).
• Second language acquisition.
• Expertise in, but not limited to, one or more of the following fields: Latin American literature, translation/interpretation, Latin American culture and civilization.
• Experience in linguistics and/or study abroad programs is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Commitment to teaching excellence with a strong generalist academic background.
• Ability to work effectively in a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Working Conditions

Physical Demand and Working Conditions: Work is sedentary in nature that at times requires exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a consistent amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Additional Information

Condition of Employment: Must pass a pre-employment background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX / IPRA: Eastern New Mexico University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone]. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore, ENMU complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at [e-mail], [phone], or Curry Hall Office 127, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for inspection of public records should be sent to [e-mail]. For any other inquiries, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or e-mail [e-mail].