Assistant Professor of Spanish: Ibero-American Literatures and Cultures

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to commence July 1, 2012, subject to final budgetary approval. Candidates should have a specialization in one or more Ibero-American Literatures and Cultures, such as Caribbean, Indigenous, Luso-Brazilian, Mexican, etc. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in all periods of the field of specialization, and occasionally language courses (Spanish or Portuguese) at the undergraduate level. He or she should demonstrate intellectual breadth and flexibility as the Department increasingly moves in new directions. We seek outstanding candidates with bridging interests who will complement existing strengths within the Department such as Postcolonial Studies and in programs such as Latin American Studies, First Nations Studies, Women and Gender Studies, Theatre and Film. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active programme of research, teaching, graduate supervision, and service. A completed PhD (or proof of imminent completion) in Hispanic or Brazilian Literature is required. Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in Spanish and/or Luso-Brazilian, preferably with a good command of English, and will demonstrate excellence or clear promise of excellence in research and teaching. Applicants should send a current curriculum vitae, a sample of their publications, and evidence of teaching ability and effectiveness, and should arrange for three confidential letters of reference to be sent directly to: Search Committee c/o Dr. Andr Lamontagne, Head Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies The University of British Columbia 797-1873 East Mall Vancouver, B.C., Canada V6T 1Z1 Phone: 604-822-5746 / Fax: 604-822-6675 E-mail: andrelam@mail.ubc.ca Completed applications must be received by November 30, 2011. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. For information about the Department, visit: http://www.fhis.ubc.ca/