Assistant Professor of Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Union College invites applications for the position of Assistant
Professor of Spanish and Hispanic Studies, beginning September 1,
2027. Applications must be received on or by December 15, 2026 for
consideration.

Position description:

The Spanish and Hispanic Studies Department is seeking a specialist
in Hispanic Linguistics or Cultural Studies, preferably with
expertise in U.S. Latino, Caribbean, Central American, or Mexican
cultures. The successful candidate’s research should be highly
interdisciplinary. For linguistics candidates, we seek (but are not
limited to) such specializations as Second Language Acquisition,
Bilingualism, Sociolinguistics, Computational Linguistics,
Psycholinguistics, Neurolinguistics, Cognitive Linguistics, Applied
Linguistics, Phonology, Syntax, Morphology, Semantics, or
Pragmatics.

Candidates must hold a PhD in Spanish, Linguistics, Hispanic
Studies, or a related field. Candidates with PhD in hand will be
prioritized. Candidates who will defend their dissertation by
August 2027 will be considered. Native or near-native fluency in
Spanish required. High English language proficiency is also
required.

Strong Spanish language teaching skills and experience at all
levels required, as is the ability to contribute courses that
complement our current offerings. Experience leading term abroad
programs is a plus. Candidates with experience teaching Heritage
learners preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with
expertise to develop courses in Spanish and English on U.S. Latino,
Caribbean, Central American, or Mexican cultures.

Union College offers many opportunities for both faculty and
students to engage with multiple disciplines - and each other - in
collaborative classroom settings, innovative majors and minors, and
unique initiatives. We seek candidates who can offer
interdisciplinary courses, involve students in research, and advise
student theses and projects in Spanish and English, especially
those that intersect with interdisciplinary
programs , such as Neuroscience, Data Analytics, Latin American
and Caribbean Studies, and Africana Studies. Interest in
spearheading new interdisciplinary opportunities on campus (such as
an interdisciplinary Linguistics minor) a plus.

Teaching load is six courses per year along with the expectation of
research, student advising, College service, and departmental
service including curricular development, student engagement,
placement advising, and recruitment activities. A successful
applicant will demonstrate interest in working closely with
undergraduate students and in departmental curricular development
that is forward-thinking, creative, and interdisciplinary.

About the Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Department :

The Spanish and Hispanic Studies program became an independent
department last year. Spanish is among the top five most popular
minors at Union College. We are a dynamic and energized group that
welcomes bold curricular experimentation. We hope our new Assistant
Professor will complement our efforts through the development of
interdisciplinary courses and research opportunities for students
in Hispanic Linguistics and/or the above described fields.

Application instructions:

Please submit all application materials as pdf files. Only
the materials listed below will be considered.

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of interest
• Research statement (for non-specialist readers)
• Teaching statement that includes a discussion of the

candidate’s potential to involve undergraduate students in research
and/or experiences outside the classroom

• Graduate transcripts (unofficial accepted)

Please send questions and other inquiries to Stephanie Mueller,
Associate Professor and Chair of Spanish and Hispanic Studies at
muellers@union.edu.

Applicants invited to the first round of interviews will receive a
request for the following:

• Contact information for three professional references who will

be asked to provide letters of recommendation speaking to the
applicant’s abilities in teaching Spanish courses at various levels
and/or expertise in Hispanic Linguistics and/or U.S. Latino,
Caribbean, Central American, or Mexican cultures

• Two sample syllabi: One for a course taught in Spanish at any

level from 250-299 (advanced intermediate) to 400 (fourth year),
and one for a course taught in English to a broader student
population

• A writing sample

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is
$81,500-$83,500. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the
wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set
based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to
departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education,
licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range
represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the
rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Healthcare: Medical (PPO & HDHP), Dental, and Vision

Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for

On-Campus Wellness Programs

• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
• Tuition Exchange

Background Checks: In accordance with our
background check policy , finalists for hire will undergo a
background check that includes education, employment, and criminal
convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in
E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9
information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the
United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your
Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar) .