Assistant Professor - Global Cultures & Languages

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Position Title:Assistant Professor - Global Cultures &
Languages

Job Category:Faculty

Employment Type:Regular

Job Profile:Assistant Professor

Job Duties:

The
Department of Global Cultures & Languages at the University
of Wisconsin - La Crosse is seeking applicants for a 9-month
tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor
with the start date of 8/23/2027. We encourage applications from
candidates with expertise in teaching and researching Spanish
language and culture and Spanish for professional applications.
Come join a community of teacher/scholars committed to student
success.

Applications received prior to the first review date will receive
full consideration, and the search will continue on a rolling basis
until the position is filled.

Under general supervision of the department chair, successful
candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or
graduate courses (if applicable) and advising students. In addition
to preparing for and holding classes, teaching involves maintaining
currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment,
evaluating students' work, assessing student outcomes, providing
regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining
appropriate records, and holding office hours. The successful
candidate is expected to maintain an active, on-going program of
scholarship appropriate to their discipline. In addition, faculty
provide service to the department, college, university, community
and/or professional organizations. Other duties may be assigned by
the chair or dean.

The college of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a
vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the
liberal arts, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and the
creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing Arts. The
College actively supports the university's General Education
Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and
three graduate programs. As a faculty member in CASSH, you will
join colleagues embracing the teacher-scholar model and sharing a
deep commitment to student success. Our faculty see teaching and
scholarship as connected, with research and creative work enhancing
the classroom and mentoring experiences. CASSH prepares students
for both meaningful careers as well as citizenship in 21st Century
global society.

The review of applications starts on December 15, 2026.
Applications received on or before December 15th are
prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are
filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with
shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Department:

Global Cultures and Languages

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Hispanic Studies, Spanish Linguistics, Cultural

Studies discipline or related field. The degree must be earned by
the end of the first academic year.

• Native or idiomatic proficiency in Spanish
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective instructor.
• Evidence of clear and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and teaching lower-level recruitment

courses

• Experience developing and teaching Spanish for Professional

Purposes through interdisciplinary collaboration

• Experience developing community-engaged or experiential

learning

• Experience teaching intercultural competence and general

education courses in English

How to Apply:

Required Application Materials:

Cover letter (that addresses the required and preferred
qualifications) CV/Resume

References and their contact information (minimum of 3)

Contact Information:

Dr. Omar Granados ogranados@uwlax.edu

Special Notes:

Application deadlines

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to
those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’.
Applications received after that date may be considered at the
discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be
evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to
participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete
and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If
you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not
able to complete the application online due to a disability or
system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law.
UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who
request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by
Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the
appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment
screening which includes a criminal background check, work
authorization, and verification of education. It will also require
you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual
violence and sexual harassment.

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Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and
information about campus security policies, see
http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/
or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000.

INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS

Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial
package from the university.

Highlights include:

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions.
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good

coverage.

• Paid holidays and paid sick days.
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our

retirement system which ensures income post-career.

• Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and

some of the strongest in state and nation.

Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This
information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits
are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.