Assistant Or Associate Professor Of U.s. Latino/a Literature
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Base: commensurate with experience + qualification...
Tenure-track faculty appointment
Research and publication in peer-reviewed journals
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity
Job Summary
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.
This position involves 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service, supporting undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in Spanish and related programs.
The University offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, and retirement contributions.
Matching Summary
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution classified among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.
Salary
Base: Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, paid holidays, retirement contributions
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Tenure-track faculty appointment
Research and publication in peer-reviewed journals
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English
Effective student advising and mentoring
Collegial collaboration with faculty and staff
Nice-to-have
Expertise in Mexican or Caribbean Literatures
Experience with heritage language learners
Digital humanities research and teaching
Grant writing experience
Active participation in national service organizations
Ability to lead study abroad programs
Key Requirements
Ph.D. in Spanish or closely related field
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. Latino/a Literature and Culture
Research record or potential for publication in top-tier journals
Native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English
Ability to provide excellent classroom learning environment
For Associate level: national scholarly recognition and ongoing research agenda
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States on first day of employment