Lecturer in Spanish

Indiana University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Indiana, PENNSYLVANIA
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Posting Details
Position Details


Title Lecturer in Spanish
Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track
Department IUPUI Department of World Languages and Cultures – School of Liberal Arts
Location Indianapolis
Position Summary
The Department of World Languages and Cultures in the IU School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI invites applications for a Lecturer in Spanish. This ten-month, renewable, non-tenure track appointment begins August 1, 2024. This position is benefits-eligible with the opportunity for two levels of promotion. IUPUI welcomes applications from candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to diversity.
As an urban-serving institution whose commitment to diversity and community engagement is embodied within its mission and vision, IUPUI is a dynamic campus of nearly 30,000 students and more than 8,500 faculty and staff. As an anchor institution within the city of Indianapolis, IUPUI has been recognized for excellence in civic engagement and community partnerships.
In the latest US News & World Report rankings, IUPUI is in the top twenty national universities for Best Undergraduate Teaching. See this link for more information about professional opportunities at IUPUI and community resources in Indianapolis: https://theforum.iupui.edu
Responsibilities include:
Teach twelve (12) credit hours of beginning and intermediate Spanish language per semester as well as advanced (third-year) content courses in area of expertise with possibility of course release for multi-section course coordination. Contribute to the department’s efforts on student recruitment, retention, and success. Active participation in program and department committees, functions, and operations along with other school and/or campus service duties, and multi-section course coordination responsibilities. Ability to work in a collegial setting.
The Department is looking for teachers who will contribute to our commitment to engage the city, state, nation and beyond through teaching and service, in consideration of the rich diversity of our campus and city as we prepare our graduates to enter and lead in an increasingly complex world. Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse learning environment and supporting the professional development of all individuals. IU prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Indiana University is also a provider of ADA services.
Basic Qualifications
Required: MA or PhD in Spanish, Translation/Interpretation Studies, or related field; fluency in Spanish and English; documented evidence of excellence in language teaching and culture at the post-secondary level; experience in teaching writing skills and using technology to teach language; developing innovative approaches that support and enhance student learning and success; and evidence of successful mentoring at all levels including first-generation and/or minority students; documented ability to incorporate a global perspective and commitment to issues of diversity in higher education.
Department Contact for Questions
Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:
Dr. Kate Miller, Search Chair
Department of World Languages and Cultures, Cavanaugh Hall 539E
425 University Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46202
e-mail: [email protected]
phone: 317-274-8419
Additional Qualifications
Salary and Rank $41,000-$45,000 / FLX
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a letter of application; CV; teaching philosophy statement, a diversity statement; sample of course evaluations; graduate transcript(s); and contact information for three references at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com. The search will continue until position is filled. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Search Chair, Dr. Kate Miller by e-mail [email protected] or by phone 317-274-8419 . Review of applications will begin February 22, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
For Best Consideration Date 01/22/2024
Expected Start Date 08/01/2024
Posting/OAA # IU-100710-2023

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