37.401, Jobs: Spanish based; Spanish; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics, Auburn University

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Subject: 37.401, Jobs: Spanish based; Spanish; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics, Auburn University

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Date: 21-Jan-2026
From: Dani Vergara [dzv0013 at auburn.edu]
Subject: Spanish based; Spanish; Sociolinguistics: Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics, Auburn University


Job Location: Auburn, Alabama, USA
Web Address: https://cla.auburn.edu/world-languages/
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Spanish Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor
Salary: $75,000

Minimum Education: PhD (in hand by August 16, 2026)

Specialty Areas: Sociolinguistics

Specialty Language(s): Spanish (spa)
                       Spanish based

Description:
The Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Auburn
University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor
of Spanish Linguistics with specialization in Sociolinguistics
(applicants with an applied sociolinguistics profile are encouraged to
apply). The appointment will begin in August 2026. We seek a colleague
with a strong interdisciplinary research agenda and willingness to
collaborate across projects and areas. This position carries a 3-2
teaching load. Responsibilities include teaching: a yearly Spanish
Teaching Methodology graduate course, undergraduate Spanish language
courses with an emphasis on Spanish for the Professions, and graduate
courses in Spanish linguistics. The successful candidate will be
expected to maintain an active research program, contribute to
curricular innovation, and participate in departmental and university
service.
Applicants for this position must hold a PhD (in hand by August 16,
2026) in Spanish Linguistics (Sociolinguistics, Applied
Sociolinguistics, or a closely related field) and have a native or
near-native fluency in Spanish and English. Applicants must also
showcase a strong record of effective teaching at the
college/university level, a well-developed plan of research and
scholarship, and a genuine interest in interdisciplinary
collaboration. Additional desirable qualifications include experience
with Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP), particularly Spanish for
the Professions; familiarity with innovative and current language
pedagogies and multimedia technologies such as Canvas; and experience
designing or implementing forward thinking, innovative curricula.
The candidate selected for this position must meet eligibility
requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment
is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed
term of employment; excellent communication skills required. For
further information about Auburn University and our department visit:
https://cla.auburn.edu/world-languages/
To apply for this position:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57899. Applicants will be
required to attach a letter of application, CV, graduate transcripts,
three letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses
candidate’s teaching effectiveness), sample teaching evaluations, and
teaching philosophy and research statements.
Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability Employer.
Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family
needs of faculty, including dual-career couples”
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/.
Review of applications will begin February 15, 2026 and will continue
until a candidate is selected.

Application Deadline: (Open until filled)
Web Address for Applications:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57899
Contact Information:
        Dani Vergara
        Email: dzv0013 at auburn.edu



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