Lecturer/instructor of Spanish

The Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for one full-time, Renewable Term position in Spanish for the 2026-27 academic year, with a possibility of reappointment contingent upon excellent performance and adequate enrollments. Start date is August 16, 2026. The teaching load is 4:4 or equivalent. Current equivalency is 22-26 credit hours per academic year, or 3-4 courses per semester, primarily from Beginning to Intermediate Spanish. Salary is based upon rank. The position includes benefits. Instructors will attend all meetings and workshops related to lower-division Spanish and complete tasks (such as participation in preparing some course materials and holding office hours) for the section as required.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold at least an M.A. (Instructor) or Ph.D./terminal degree (Lecturer) in Spanish language, literature, linguistics, applied linguistics, or a related field at the time of appointment. Applicants must have native or near-native proficiency in Spanish. Preference will be given to candidates with asynchronous teaching experience in an American university setting. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Instructions

Submit applications via Interfolio https://apply.interfolio.com/186883. Required Materials:

1. A cover letter detailing how the candidate meets the minimum requirements above;
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. Evidence of successful teaching experience, including complete sets of teaching evaluations.
4. Contact information for three confidential letters of recommendation.

For questions please contact Daniel Anderson at daniel.anderson@ou.edu “Spanish Instructor/Lecturer” in the subject line.