Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies in Latin American Literature and Culture

Job Summary

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese seeks a Tenure Track
Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies in Latin American
Literature and Culture, with a 2-2 teaching load. For purposes of
annual merit evaluation, instructors are assessed at 40% teaching,
40% research, and 20% service obligations. The expected start date
will be in August 2027, pending final Arts & Sciences
approval.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Who We Are

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese is a vibrant,
multicultural, diverse community of scholars, students, and staff
deeply engaged in the study of the languages, cultures, societies,
literatures and arts of Latin America, the Iberian Peninsula and
the growing US Latino population. We advance knowledge of human
thought, culture, and language through rigorous research,
innovative thinking, and public engagement. Through a flexible and
coherent set of courses from Latin American Studies, Latinx
Studies, Iberian Studies, and Hispanic Linguistics, we empower
graduates to think critically, communicate effectively, and apply
social science and humanistic perspectives to the challenges of a
complex and changing world. Our programs and credentials are
complemented by applied, high-impact experiences in the classroom.
These include portfolio design, creative projects, and research
analysis. Outside the classroom, we offer credit-bearing
internships, community-engaged learning, and study abroad
opportunities. Our department is made up of close to 40 individuals
ranging in training and experience from Teaching Assistants to
senior Full Professors. Each of us is actively engaged in providing
the best possible academic experience for our students.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

The position entails a teaching load of 2/2 with undergraduate and
graduate teaching and mentoring responsibilities. The successful
candidate will produce a strong record of publications and will
participate in a variety of service responsibilities as a faculty
member.

What We Can Offer

• The starting salary range for this appointment is $85,000 -

$95,000 annually.

• Start-up funding, a moving allowance, and a recruitment

incentive may be available to the successful applicant depending on
department guidelines.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
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What We Require

• Ph.D. in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, and or Latin American

literatures and cultures, or related fields (Doctorate should be
completed by August 2027; ABDs welcome to apply).

• Native or near-native proficiency in Spanish and English.

What You Will Need

• Specialization in Environmental Studies in Latin American

Literature and Culture.

• Demonstrated experience in research and teaching.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Evidence of familiarity with applied humanities.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to and strengthen

interdisciplinary collaborations in environmental humanities
scholarship.

• Focus on 19C-21C literature and culture, with an emphasis in

two areas such as Mexico and/or Central America and/or the
Amazon.

• In addition to the broad field of Environmental Studies in

Latin American Literature and Culture, this position can include
sub-specializations in studies on extractivism, postnatural
disasters, ecological collapse, the Anthropocene, biocultural
ethics, indigenous stewardship, and other related fields and
approaches. In addition to literary studies, a focus on other forms
of cultural production like film, visual art, music, performance
studies, media, and digital culture are also welcome.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit these materials as PDF files with the
following naming convention: “Last Name_FirstName_Name of
document”.

• Cover Letter expressing interest in the position, specifically

addressing the job requirements and outlining your qualifications
(LastName_FirstName_Cover.pdf).

• Current Curriculum Vitae (LastName_FirstName_CV.pdf).
• Transcripts (LastName_FirstName_Transcipts.pdf)
• Sample of Work (LastName_FirstName_SampleWork.pdf)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

(LastName_FirstName_TeachingPhilosophy.pdf)

• Statement of Research Philosophy

(LastName_FirstName_ResearchPhilosophy.pdf)

For consideration, please submit applications by December 8,
2026 .

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the
names and email addresses for three professional references
who would be willing to provide letters of recommendation on your
behalf. For candidates who are invited to be interviewed in January
2027: three letters of recommendation will be requested directly
from your references in late December 2026.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email;
applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in
any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying
information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school
attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting
or removing this information.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Peter Elmore

Posting Contact Email: peter.elmore@colorado.edu