Assistant Professor - Spanish

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Department of Global Cultures and Languages at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in Spanish at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 2027. The successful candidate will be able to teach all levels of the Spanish language, particularly the advanced levels, as needed, and teach and develop courses in Writing for the Spanish Professions, with possible additional courses in areas of expertise. The successful candidate is expected to pursue high-quality scholarly activity and contribute to the life of the department and the college. UW-River Falls is devoted to global learning and comprehensive internationalization. We seek candidates who emphasize knowledge and awareness of the cultural environment in which professions are practiced in the Spanish-speaking world, assisting students in developing an advanced level of language proficiency and transcultural competence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The normal teaching load is eight courses per year. Regular teaching responsibilities include teaching the following courses: Spanish Conversation and Composition, Advanced Spanish Communication, Business and Culture in the Hispanic World, Spanish for the Trades and Professions, Spanish Translation for the Professions, and Spanish Professional Writing. Duties also involve ongoing professional development, scholarly activity, advising/mentoring students, service to the department/college/university, and curriculum development.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Required:

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Ph.D. in the field of Spanish Linguistics by start date. ABD will be considered, provided degree conferral is completed prior to the start date

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Research or teaching specialization in Spanish in the Profession

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Demonstrated advanced proficiency in spoken and written Spanish and English, with the ability to teach undergraduate Spanish language and professional writing courses.

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Experience teaching at the undergraduate level

Preferred:

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Ability and willingness to engage in Education Abroad programs

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Interest in advancing and mentoring undergraduate research projects

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Ability to teach Spanish Education courses

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K-12 teaching licensure

Department: Global Cultures and Languages

How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply online at: https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UW_Comprehensives/job/River-Falls-WI/Assistant-Professor---Spanish_JR10016045.

UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

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Curriculum Vitae

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Unofficial Transcripts

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Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

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Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Daniela Goldfine

Associate Professor and Search Chair

daniela.goldfine@uwrf.edu

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before December 17, 2026.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 7.20%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to:

https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.