Lecturer or Senior Lecturer
Job Description:The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies at the University of Florida seeks an instructor at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (working title: Assistant/Associate Instructional Professor) with experience teaching Spanish, coordinating language courses at the university level, and mentoring instructors (including graduate teaching assistants. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-accruing position (promotion eligible) to be renewed on a year-to-year basis, contingent on funding. The start date is August 16, 2025.
Responsibilities of the position include:
Teaching in the Lower Division Spanish program, with an occasional course at the Upper Division level (dependent on departmental needs); the typical teaching assignment for non-tenure track (instructional) faculty is three courses per semester. Working closely with the Director of Language Instruction to coordinate Lower Division Spanish language courses and to supervise and mentor graduate teaching assistants. Participating in departmental duties, including committee work, ongoing training in pedagogy, curriculum development, and supervision of instructors.The ideal candidate will have: a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Spanish or closely related field (M.A. or M.Ed. will be considered if other qualifications are outstanding); native or native-like fluency in English and Spanish; demonstrated excellence as a teacher; experience as a supervisor and/or coordinator in a college-level language program; and exceptional organizational and mentorship skills.
Additional desirable qualities include experience or interest in one or more of the following: Spanish for specific purposes; online instruction; leading study abroad programs.
Candidates at the Senior Lecturer level must have a record of academic excellence and professional experience commensurate with the title.
Non-tenure track faculty at UF have numerous professional development opportunities and support for growth. Non-Tenure Track faculty may seek advancement through UF’s three-tiered promotion track (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Master Lecturer). For more information see (https://aa.ufl.edu/policies/tenure-and-promotion-information/). Applicants are encouraged to visit the departmental website (http://spanishandportuguese.ufl.edu/) to learn more about the Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies.
UF is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked the Number 1 public university in the United States by Wall Street Journal in its “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” report. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville. Expected Salary:The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Employment Benefits include:
Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability and more.
Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.
Minimum Requirements:Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Spanish or closely related field (M.A. or M.Ed. will be considered if other qualifications are outstanding); native or native-like fluency in English and Spanish; demonstrated excellence as a teacher; experience as a supervisor and/or coordinator in a college-level language program; and exceptional organizational and mentorship skills.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience or interest in one or more of the following: Spanish for specific purposes; online instruction; leading study abroad programs.
Special Instructions to Applicants:For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. Click on Apply Now at the top of this posting.
A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for this specific position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a teaching statement, (4) complete and unabridged course evaluations demonstrating excellence in teaching for at least four undergraduate Spanish classes, and (5) contact information for three references. After initial review, confidential letters of recommendation will be requested from the references for selected applicants.
Applications will be reviewed beginning October 7, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority. You may send email inquiries about the position to Dr. Andrea Villa (avilla@ufl.edu).
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. The university and greater Gainesville communities enjoy a diversity of cultural events, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activities, and social opportunities.
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