Assistant Professor of Spanish (tenure-track)

Southwestern University • Georgetown, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures - Spanish at Southwestern University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish with a specialization in Spanish as a Heritage Language, beginning in August 2026. Faculty at Southwestern are expected to teach a standard course load of five courses per year (3-2), maintain an active research agenda, and participate in departmental and university service, including advising. We seek a teacher-scholar with demonstrated expertise in heritage language education. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Spanish at all levels, with particular emphasis on courses designed for heritage language learners, and will contribute to curricular development in the Spanish program. The candidate is also expected to sustain an active research program in areas such as second language acquisition, language program development, or related fields, and to mentor undergraduate research projects, internships, and other high-impact experiences. Southwestern University (Georgetown, Texas) is a selective undergraduate residential liberal arts institution in the greater Austin area. Established in 1840, Southwestern enrolls approximately 1,500 students and maintains a student-faculty ratio of 11 to 1. The university provides a highly interdisciplinary, integrated, and holistic education that values high-impact learning experiences, including study abroad, internships, faculty-student research, and community-engaged learning. Additional information about the university can be found at our website: www.southwestern.edu . At Southwestern University we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time appointment begins. Southwestern University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Spanish, Applied Linguistics, or a closely allied and/or interdisciplinary field with a specialization in heritage language education
• Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time appointment begins

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of excellence in teaching heritage language learners
• A strong research agenda with potential for student engagement, publication and external funding
• A demonstrated commitment to advancing Southwestern University’s mission as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and liberal arts college in Texas

Responsibilities

• Teach a standard course load of five courses per year (3-2)
• Maintain an active research agenda
• Participate in departmental and university service, including advising
• Teach undergraduate courses in Spanish at all levels, with particular emphasis on courses designed for heritage language learners
• Contribute to curricular development in the Spanish program
• Sustain an active research program in areas such as second language acquisition, language program development, or related fields
• Mentor undergraduate research projects, internships, and other high-impact experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees