The Department of Modern Languages at Southwestern University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Spanish, tenure track, with a specialization in non-twentieth century Latin American literature. Preference will be given to those candidates with an interest in trans-Atlantic studies. PhD must be earned by time of appointment (August 2006). Candidates must demonstrate effectiveness teaching undergraduates; a willingness to teach at all levels; evidence of scholarly promise; and native/near-native fluency in Spanish and English (ACTFL Superior ratings in both languages).

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Southwestern University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, tenure-track, in Latin American literature effective fall 2006. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in the 20th and 21st centuries in any area of Latin America EXCEPT the Southern Cone and Mexico. PhD must be earned by time of appointment (August 2006). Candidates must demonstrate effectiveness teaching undergraduates; a willingness to teach at all levels; evidence of scholarly promise; and native/near-native fluency in Spanish and English (ACTFL Superior ratings in both languages).

Responsibilities include: 3/3 teaching load, mentoring/advising undergraduate students, and participating in departmental and university-wide initiatives. Interest in study-abroad and developing new curricula is a plus.

Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern currently enrolls approximately 1,250 students and maintains a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. The University’s endowment ranks among the highest per student of undergraduate institutions in the country. In addition to a number of other national organizations, Southwestern University is a member of two consortia of liberal arts colleges, the Associated Colleges of the South and the Annapolis Group. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of downtown Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our web site at www.southwestern.edu.

To apply, please submit cover letter, materials demonstrating teaching effectiveness and scholarly promise, three letters of reference, CV, copy of transcripts and visa status if non-US citizen to: Faculty Recruitment Office, Southwestern University, Attn.: Kathy Buchhorn, P.O. Box 770, Georgetown, Texas, 78627-0770. Deadline: November 15, 2005. Interviews will be conducted at the 2005 MLA Conference in Washington, D.C. Southwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F