"Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer in Spanish (Global and Area Studies)"

Ref.: 532677
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Modern Languages and Cultures (05100)
Categories: Teaching Staff

Applications are invited for appointment as Lecturer/Assistant Lecturer in Spanish (Global and Area Studies) in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures (Ref.: 532677), to commence on September 1, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance and availability of funding.

For appointment as Lecturer (three-year fixed-term): Applicants should possess a relevant Master’s degree with proven expertise in the teaching of Spanish to non-native speakers, plus at least 5 years’ experience in teaching courses at the tertiary level. Applicants with a relevant Ph.D. or nearing completion of a Ph.D. and the ability to teach research-based courses on subjects related to Hispanophone cultures and Spanish pedagogy will receive preferential consideration.

For appointment as Assistant Lecturer (two-year fixed-term): Applicants should possess a relevant Master’s degree with proven expertise in the teaching of Spanish to non-native speakers, plus at least 3 years of teaching experience in tertiary education.

Applicants should be native or near native speakers of Spanish and possess excellent communication skills in English. They should also be conversant with current trends in Spanish language teaching and assessment, as well as with the use of AI tools for teaching and learning. The appointee is expected to teach a variety of courses at different levels, develop new courses, and design assessment materials. This is an academic-related post with teaching and administration as the principal duties, but research activities will also be encouraged. For further enquiries about Spanish at the University of Hong Kong, please e-mail Ms. Rocio Blasco Garcia (roblasco@hku.hk).

A highly competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and a University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 15% of the basic salary for Lecturers and 10% of the basic salary for Assistant Lecturers. Other benefits include annual leave and professional leave, medical benefits, and free access to on-campus gyms and libraries.

The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site and upload an up-to-date C.V., proof of all relevant qualifications, and a cover letter in Spanish and English. Applicants should also have three reference letters sent directly by the referees to smlcsena@hku.hk. Closes August 25, 2025.

The University is committed to diversity and inclusivity. The Faculty of Arts expressly encourages qualified persons from all genders to apply.