Assistant Professor, Spanish, Languages and Linguistics

The University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tampa seeks an Assistant Professor of Spanish specializing in Peninsular Spanish. The position is tenure track and contributes to undergraduate Spanish across elementary to advanced levels, with opportunities to teach upper-division courses in the candidate's area of expertise.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Peninsular literature and cultural studies and show a commitment to proficiency-focused, technology-enhanced language instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach elementary, intermediate, and advanced Spanish language courses
• Offer upper-division courses in the candidate's area of expertise
• Contribute across the undergraduate Spanish curriculum and engage in proficiency-oriented and technology-enhanced instruction

Job description

Position Details Job Description

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 25 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

The Department of Languages and Linguistics seeks an Assistant Professor of Spanish specializing in Peninsular Spanish. This is a tenure track position. We are looking for a candidate who can contribute across the undergraduate Spanish curriculum and is prepared to teach elementary, intermediate, and advanced Spanish language courses, as well as upper-division courses in their area of expertise. Candidates should have a strong background in Peninsular literature and cultural studies, with additional interests in areas such as film and visual culture, digital media and digital humanities, Iberian studies, or contemporary cultural studies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and to current, proficiency-oriented and technology-enhanced approaches to language instruction.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education and 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs.

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) is a place where theory meets practice and expression meets experience. Guided by faculty who are talented artists and distinguished scholars, students come to CAL to study everything from fleeting snaps to enduring works of classic literature. The College is home to eight collaborative and innovative academic departments: Art and Design, Communication, English and Writing, Film, Animation and New Media, Languages and Linguistics, Music, Philosophy and Religion, and Theatre and Dance. As a community of scholars and artists, the College of Arts and Letters engage in cutting-edge creative work, technological innovation, critical scholarly practice, and dialogue with diverse communities. Faculty and students across CAL work with emerging technologies in cutting-edge facilities including the stunning new Ferman Center for the Arts, the Bailey Art Studios and FabLAB, the historic Falk Theatre, the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, and the Cass media production facilities.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job-related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.

The University’s 110-acre residential campus in downtown Tampa provides an exceptional setting for learning both on and off campus. Valuing the community’s international heritage, the University attracts students, faculty and staff from around the world with diverse backgrounds to facilitate intercultural learning. UT is committed to the development of each student to become a productive and responsible citizen. The University conducts classes in personalized settings in which learning is enhanced through application by balancing “learning by thinking” with “learning by doing.” Students are taught by highly qualified faculty members dedicated to teaching, scholarship, advising and continued intellectual growth. Students participate in learning partnerships with faculty and the community through clinical and consulting assignments, internships and research experiences. Academic services and co-curricular activities support individual well-being and development, and provide leadership opportunities. UT strives to provide a rich and inclusive learning environment for all students to prepare them for careers and lifelong learning.

If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact [e-mail]