Department of Hispanic and Latin American Studies
The Hispanic and Latin American Studies Department at Macalester College is seeking to fill a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level beginning in September 2009.
Macalester University is seeking candidates specializing in U.S. Latin@ Studies/Hispanic Peoples and Cultures. Candidates should have expertise in Hispanic Cultural Studies, with a literary focus. Expertise in media and the ability to teach courses in Hispanic/Latino expression would be advantageous. It is expected that the successful candidate will forge curricular links between the Department of Hispanic and Latin American Studies and other departments such as Humanities, Media, and Cultural Studies, and American Studies. The most qualified candidates will have experience in college or university teaching. Candidates must have the commitment to teach a full range of courses in our Spanish language program, including beginning and intermediate language classes, as well as in the area of specialization. The candidate should have the PhD completed by September 2009.
To apply, please send a cover letter, current C.V., and three letters of recommendation by November 1, 2008 to:
Galo González
Chair of the Hispanic and Latin American Studies Search Committee
Department of Hispanic and Latin American Studies
Macalester College
1600 Grand Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105.
Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area, with a population of approximately three million people and home to numerous colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Macalester's diverse student body comprises over 1800 undergraduates from 50 states and the District of Columbia and over 90 countries. The College is proud of its long-standing, mission-driven commitment to outstanding academic excellence with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. We are especially interested in applicants dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in both teaching and research/creative activity within a liberal arts college community. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.
