Assistant Professor (Spanish Linguistics)
About The Position
The Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics. Applicants with an empirical and applied linguistics profile are encouraged to apply. The appointment will begin in August 2027. The department seeks a colleague with a strong interdisciplinary research agenda and a willingness to collaborate across projects and areas. Review of applications will begin October 5, 2026, and will continue until a suitable candidate has been selected. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documents will be considered. Additional materials may be requested at a later stage in the selection process.
Requirements
- Hold a PhD at the time employment begins in Spanish Linguistics (Sociolinguistics, Applied Sociolinguistics, or a closely related field).
- Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English.
- Strong record of effective teaching at the college/university level.
- Well-developed plan of research and scholarship.
- Genuine interest in interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally during employment.
- A letter of application.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic and professional history.
- Graduate transcripts.
- 3 letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses candidate's teaching effectiveness).
- Sample teaching evaluations.
- Teaching philosophy and research statement.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP), particularly Spanish for the Professions.
- Familiarity with innovative and current language pedagogies and multimedia technologies such as Canvas.
- Experience designing or implementing forward-thinking, innovative curricula.
Responsibilities
- Teach a yearly Spanish Teaching Methodology graduate course.
- Teach undergraduate Spanish language courses with an emphasis on Spanish for the Professions.
- Teach graduate courses in Spanish linguistics.
- Maintain an active research program.
- Contribute to curricular innovation.
- Participate in departmental and university service.
Benefits
- Generous benefits
- Educational opportunities
- A culture of support and work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
