Job description

Posting Number: 20251255F

Location
Villanova, PA

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.

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.

Closing Date (11:59pm ET)
10/07/2025

Salary Posting Information

Competitive

Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

How to apply

Applicants should submit the following materials online at https://jobs.villanova.edu by October 6, 2025:

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• research statement
• statement of teaching philosophy
• a writing sample
• two complete sets of student evaluations
• contact information for three (3) references who will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation.

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.