Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States
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Villanova University
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| Posting Number: | 20251255F |
|---|---|
| Position Title: | Tenure-track Assistant Professor Spanish |
| Position Type: | Faculty |
| Location: | Villanova, PA |
| Recruitment Type: | Internal/External Applicants |
| Work Schedule: | full-time/9-months |
| Department: | 140- Romance Languages & Literature |
| Position Summary: | The Department of Spanish at Villanova University invites applications for an entry-level, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2026, with a focus on Contemporary Iberian Studies. This position is open to scholars of literature, culture, and linguistics. Areas of interest may include—but are not limited to—sociolinguistics, transatlantic studies, media studies, diaspora studies, migration, and Afro-Iberian studies. Scholars whose research or teaching involves community engagement and outreach are especially welcome, as are those working with digital humanities and other interdisciplinary methods. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. |
| Duties and Responsibilities: | The successful candidate will conduct scholarly research and teach courses in their area of expertise, as well as Spanish language courses. Additional responsibilities include advising students and actively participating in the department's efforts to foster a vibrant and collaborative academic community. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Candidates should have a Ph.D. in hand or have defended their doctoral dissertation by August 1st, 2026. We seek applicants with strong scholarly promise and a commitment to excellence in teaching. Near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English is required. |
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| Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: | |
| Special Message to Applicants: | Applicants should submit the following materials online at https://jobs.villanova.edu by October 6, 2025:
Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will also be asked to provide a statement addressing their potential contributions to the University's Mission and Enduring Commitments. The Villanova Mission Statement is available at: https://www1.villanova.edu/university/president/about-university.html Applications should be addressed to Dr. Veronika Ryjik, Chair, Department of Spanish, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster, Villanova, PA 19085. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. |
| Posting Date: | 08/01/2025 |
| Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | 10/07/2025 |
| Salary Posting Information: | Competitive |
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| Job Classification: | faculty |
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