Assistant Professor- Spanish & Portuguese

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; United States; Remote; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Spanish & Portuguese to join our department in Urbana, IL.

The candidate should demonstrate a well-defined research agenda on Afro-Hispanic or Indigenous Latin American studies (19th–21st c.) and teach effectively at undergrad and grad levels, while building an independent program.

Qualifications

• PhD in Spanish or related field.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and commitment to student mentorship.
• Publication record indicative of associate professor or promising agenda for an assistant professor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an active research program focusing on Afro-Hispanic or Indigenous Latin American literary/cultural production (19th–21st c.).
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses effectively.
• Provide service to the department, university and profession.

Skills

Spanish

English

Portuguese

Education

PhD in Spanish or related field

Job description

University of Illinois seeks an Assistant Professor-Spanish & Portuguese for Urbana, Illinois (Multiple Positions).

Duties: Show evidence of a well-defined research agenda focusing on the literary and cultural production of Afro-Hispanic or Indigenous populations of the Hispanophone Caribbean or other Latin American regions, with emphasis on the 19th to 21st centuries. Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent research program, and provide service to the department, the university and the profession.

Requirements: Ph. D. in Spanish or related. Candidates should provide evidence of teaching effectiveness and firm commitment to student mentorship and curricular innovation. Applicants must have a record of publication indicative of an associate professor or evidence of a promising research agenda indicative of an assistant professor appropriate to a research university. Professional level proficiency in Spanish and English is required. Proficiency in Portuguese is a plus.

The budgeted salary range for this position is: $71,940 – $90,000.

This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy. This position is eligible for sponsorship for work authorization, except for sponsorship of a new H1B petition that would incur the $100,000 fee.

Founded in 1867 as Illinois’s flagship public university, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign empowers a global community of students, scholars, and alumni to change the world through bold, innovative research and transformative education. With a land-grant heritage rooted in progress, Illinois faculty drive paradigm-shifting discoveries, mentor future leaders, and collaborate across 15 colleges and instructional units and more than 20 research institutes. The university’s legacy of excellence includes 24 Nobel Prizes and 29 Pulitzer Prizes awarded to its faculty and alumni, $755 million in sponsored research funding, and 94 academic programs ranked in the top 20 nationally. Illinois offers the resources, recognition, and reach to accelerate your career – along with a highly competitive benefits portfolio. Discover how the Illinois Value Proposition fosters professional longevity, personal fulfillment, and a deep sense of purpose in every role.

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal , or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail] .

Required Documents to be submitted for full consideration: (i) a letter of application addressing how you meet the duties and qualifications of the position (ii) curriculum vitae

Deadline: November 29, 2026.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The administration, faculty and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.