"Assistant Professor of Spanish -- Latin American and/or Caribbean Studies"

The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at the University of Michigan invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Spanish, with a specialization in Latin American and/or Caribbean Studies. This is a university year appointment to begin August 25, 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates whose work challenges traditional national language or identity-based models, with preference for Black and/or Indigenous studies, in any period.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Hispanic Studies or a relevant discipline, and have a demonstrated capacity to teach courses in their area of expertise in Spanish. All application materials should be submitted online via this Interfolio link: https://apply.interfolio.com/173081

Materials should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, statement of current and future research plans, a writing sample, teaching evaluations and other evidence of teaching excellence, and three letters of reference.

For any questions, please contact the executive assistant, Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, at rlleexecasst@umich.edu. The deadline for submission is October 26, 2025.

Employment will require a successful criminal background check and candidates must meet all degree requirements prior to the start date of the position. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.