Assistant Professor of Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Position Details: Randolph-Macon College invites
applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of
Latin American and/or Caribbean Studies in the Department of Modern
Languages to begin in Fall 2027.

Institution Information: Randolph-Macon College is a
nationally-recognized residential institution of about 1800
students located in Ashland, Virginia, just north of Richmond.
Founded in 1830, the college offers a broad range of academic
programs, including a graduate program in PA studies. The RMC
curriculum, grounded in a liberal arts core, fosters intellectual
growth and personal development, with a steadfast focus on helping
students find and navigate pathways through college and to
successful outcomes. With a commitment to inclusivity and hands-on
learning, Randolph-Macon College provides an extraordinary
educational experience – enhanced by exceptional athletic and
extracurricular activities and supportive alumni – and prepares
graduates for success in their chosen fields and in their
lives.

Randolph-Macon College faculty teach, advise, conduct research and
engage in scholarship, and serve the college and department. The
Hispanic Studies program is housed in the Department of Modern
Languages alongside the French and German programs. It offers a
major in Hispanic Studies and a minor in Spanish. Faculty regularly
lead J-term study abroad programs, providing students with
opportunities to study and engage with Spanish-speaking communities
in Europe and South America. The faculty in Modern Languages
strongly believe in the value of the Humanities, and
interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship, with a commitment to
diversity and inclusion.

Major/Essential Functions: Primary teaching responsibilities
will include seven courses total across two semesters and
January-Term, and contributions to general education. The
successful candidate will be expected to advise majors and minors,
participate in departmental activities and programmatic
discussions, assessment and language placement, and admissions and
recruitment initiatives. Other opportunities for undergraduate
engagement and mentorship include service learning, internships,
conversation table, Hispanic Heritage Club, Sigma Delta Pi Honors
Society, and SURF (Schapiro Undergraduate Research Program).

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Spanish, Latin American or Hispanic Studies, with a

focus on literature and culture or another related field; we will
consider candidates who have achieved ABD status and who will
complete their degree by August 1, 2027

• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching
• Evidence of a commitment to undergraduate teaching and student

engagement

• Experience working with students and a demonstrated commitment

to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their
maximum potential.

• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish
• Proficiency in English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commitment to undergraduate teaching at a liberal arts

institution

• Experience teaching elementary through advanced undergraduate

language courses

• Experience teaching content courses on topics such as Latin

American and/or Caribbean literatures and cultures, Latino/a/x
topics, AfroLatinidad, film, social justice, and/or Spanish for the
professions

• Commitment to experiential/interdisciplinary teaching methods,

such as designing and leading travel courses

• Expertise in an area of specialization that contributes to the

Hispanic Studies program’s curricular needs

• Commitment to departmental and institutional service
• Commitment to inclusive academic practices in teaching,

research, and/or service

• Demonstrated professional activity and an active research

agenda

We seek to attract a diverse pool of candidates who will contribute
to enriching our department and welcome applications from
individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
contribute to the richness of our academic and campus
community.

Application Procedures: Please complete an online
application at https://bit.ly/4zzzYI0 to include uploading the
following as a single pdf addressed to Sabrina Granderson,
Administrative Services Coordinator, no later than November 23,
2026.

The documents that must be uploaded include the
following:

• letter of application
• Curriculum Vitae
• a brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy and

supporting evidence of effectiveness in teaching such as sample
syllabi

• a brief (one page) statement describing inclusive teaching

practices you employ and how the candidate actively supports
students across a broad range of experiences, interests, and
perspectives

• research statement describing current and future research

interests

• writing sample
• transcripts (unofficial and scanned copies are acceptable)
• the names and contact information of three professional

references (at least one must be able to address teaching
experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching
reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask
references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will
conduct reference checks by phone.

For full consideration, applications must be received by November
23, 2026. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is
not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please
only upload the required documents listed above; finalists may be
asked to submit a recorded teaching demonstration.

Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search
committee .

Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran
status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Randolph-Macon College is unable to offer new Visa sponsorship for
this position.

For specific inquiries about the position, contact the Chair of the
Search Committee, Dr. Mine Eren (meren@rmc.edu).