Assistant Professor of Spanish & Latin American Studies

Loyola University New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university seeks a passionate Assistant Professor in Spanish and Latin American Studies. This role is vital for fostering an inclusive academic environment and advancing the university's mission through teaching, research, and community engagement. The successful candidate will teach a diverse range of courses and maintain a vibrant research agenda. Join a dedicated faculty committed to social justice and academic excellence, while contributing to the university's aspiration to become a Hispanic-Serving Institution. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students and the broader community.

Benefits

Health Care

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Remission

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Holidays

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by appointment time.
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Spanish language, literature, and culture.
• Maintain an active research agenda in Spanish and/or Latin American Studies.
• Participate in departmental and university service.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Teaching Excellence

Research Skills

Education

Ph.D. in Spanish or Latin American Studies

Job description

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : New Orleans, LA
Job Type: 9 Month Faculty
Job Number: 202200467
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Languages & Cultures
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
FLSA: Exempt

Description

The Department of Languages and Cultures at Loyola University New Orleans, a Jesuit institution committed to academic excellence, social justice, and the education of the whole person, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Spanish and Latin American Studies. This position is part of the university's broader commitment to fostering inclusive excellence in the liberal arts and to serving a diverse student body, including its aspiration to become a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

We seek a teacher-scholar who will bring energy and vision to our Spanish and Latin American Studies curricula and who is dedicated to advancing the university's mission through teaching, research, and service.
Examples of Duties

Teaching Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach a 3-3 course load, including undergraduate courses in Spanish language, literature, and culture, as well as offerings in Latin American Studies. We especially welcome applicants with interest or experience in teaching courses that engage themes of social justice, migration, Indigenous cultures, race and identity, or gender and sexuality in Latin America, as well as Spanish language coursework designed specifically for heritage speakers. The ability to contribute to the university's Loyola Core (general education) program is expected.

Research Expectations: Candidates are expected to maintain an active research agenda in Spanish and/or Latin American Studies. We encourage scholarship that reflects interdisciplinary approaches, community engagement, or public-facing research aligned with Jesuit educational values, such as the promotion of justice, intercultural understanding, and care for marginalized communities.

Service Responsibilities: Faculty are expected to participate in departmental and university service, advise students, support program development, and contribute to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Typical Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish, Latin American Studies, or a closely related field by the time of appointment
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching
• A record or strong promise of scholarly achievement

Preferred Qualifications:

• A commitment to teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds
• Interest in contributing to the university's identity as a Jesuit institution and its liberal arts mission
• Experience or interest in supporting institutional goals related to becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)

Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. A cover letter that addresses teaching, research, and how the candidate's work aligns with the university's mission
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A writing sample
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., syllabi, evaluations, teaching portfolio)
5. Contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

In accordance with the Campus Security Act as amended, Loyola University publishes annually and distributes to members of the academic community, and upon request to prospective (students/employees), an That report includes current policies and procedures of the University Police Department for the reporting of campus crimes, notifying the campus community of occurrence of campus crimes, policies regarding access to campus buildings, the enforcement authority of the University Police Officers and their relationship to local police. University policies on the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs are outlined. The Campus sexual Assault Program and policy is described. Campus crime statistics as defined under this law for the last three calendar years are included. A copy of this report may be secured from the (Office of Admissions), (Office of Human Resources), or from the University Police Department.

Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran's status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : New Orleans, LA
Job Type: 9 Month Faculty
Job Number: 202200467
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Languages & Cultures
Opening Date: 04/22/2025
FLSA: Exempt

Description

The Department of Languages and Cultures at Loyola University New Orleans, a Jesuit institution committed to academic excellence, social justice, and the education of the whole person, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Spanish and Latin American Studies. This position is part of the university's broader commitment to fostering inclusive excellence in the liberal arts and to serving a diverse student body, including its aspiration to become a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).

We seek a teacher-scholar who will bring energy and vision to our Spanish and Latin American Studies curricula and who is dedicated to advancing the university's mission through teaching, research, and service.
Examples of Duties

Teaching Responsibilities: The successful candidate will teach a 3-3 course load, including undergraduate courses in Spanish language, literature, and culture, as well as offerings in Latin American Studies. We especially welcome applicants with interest or experience in teaching courses that engage themes of social justice, migration, Indigenous cultures, race and identity, or gender and sexuality in Latin America, as well as Spanish language coursework designed specifically for heritage speakers. The ability to contribute to the university's Loyola Core (general education) program is expected.

Research Expectations: Candidates are expected to maintain an active research agenda in Spanish and/or Latin American Studies. We encourage scholarship that reflects interdisciplinary approaches, community engagement, or public-facing research aligned with Jesuit educational values, such as the promotion of justice, intercultural understanding, and care for marginalized communities.

Service Responsibilities: Faculty are expected to participate in departmental and university service, advise students, support program development, and contribute to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Typical Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish, Latin American Studies, or a closely related field by the time of appointment
• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching
• A record or strong promise of scholarly achievement

Preferred Qualifications:

• A commitment to teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds
• Interest in contributing to the university's identity as a Jesuit institution and its liberal arts mission
• Experience or interest in supporting institutional goals related to becoming a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI)

Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. A cover letter that addresses teaching, research, and how the candidate's work aligns with the university's mission
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A writing sample
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., syllabi, evaluations, teaching portfolio)
5. Contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

In accordance with the Campus Security Act as amended, Loyola University publishes annually and distributes to members of the academic community, and upon request to prospective (students/employees), an That report includes current policies and procedures of the University Police Department for the reporting of campus crimes, notifying the campus community of occurrence of campus crimes, policies regarding access to campus buildings, the enforcement authority of the University Police Officers and their relationship to local police. University policies on the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs are outlined. The Campus sexual Assault Program and policy is described. Campus crime statistics as defined under this law for the last three calendar years are included. A copy of this report may be secured from the (Office of Admissions), (Office of Human Resources), or from the University Police Department.

Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran's status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our