Assistant Professor - Spanish

UWRVF University of Wisconsin River Falls; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish to begin August 2027. The candidate will teach all levels of Spanish, including advanced courses, and develop courses in Writing for the Spanish Professions.

The department emphasizes research and service to the college and its internationalization goals. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics by start date; ABD considered if degree conferral is completed prior to start date.
• Advanced proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English; ability to teach undergraduate Spanish language and professional writing courses.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level; ability to teach courses in Writing for the Spanish Professions.

Responsibilities

• Advising and mentoring students.
• Teach all levels of Spanish.
• Engage in scholarly activity.
• Develop courses for Spanish professions.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Spanish &英

Education

Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics

ABD considered

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Professor - Spanish Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Global Cultures and Languages at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in Spanish at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2027. The successful candidate will be able to teach all levels of the Spanish language, particularly the advanced levels, as needed, and teach and develop courses in Writing for the Spanish Professions, with possible additional courses in areas of expertise. The successful candidate is expected to pursue high-quality scholarly activity and contribute to the life of the department and the college. UW-River Falls is devoted to global learning and comprehensive internationalization. We seek candidates who emphasize knowledge and awareness of the cultural environment in which professions are practiced in the Spanish-speaking world, assisting students in developing an advanced level of language proficiency and transcultural competence.

RESPONIBILITIES:

The normal teaching load is eight courses per year. Regular teaching responsibilities include teaching the following courses: Spanish Conversation and Composition, Advanced Spanish Communication, Business and Culture in the Hispanic World, Spanish for the Trades and Professions, Spanish Translation for the Professions, and Spanish Professional Writing. Duties also involve ongoing professional development, scholarly activity, advising/mentoring students, service to the department/college/university, and curriculum development.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Required: Ph.D. in the field of Spanish Linguistics by start date. ABD will be considered, provided degree conferral is completed prior to the start date Research or teaching specialization in Spanish in the Profession Demonstrated advanced proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English, with the ability to teach undergraduate Spanish language and professional writing courses. Experience teaching at the undergraduate level Preferred: Ability and willingness to engage in Education Abroad programs Interest in advancing and mentoring undergraduate research projects Ability to teach Spanish Education courses K-12 teaching licensure

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Advising and Mentoring Students
• Teach All Levels of Spanish
• Scholarly Activity
• Develop Courses for Spanish Professions

Department:

Global Cultures and Languages

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