Lecturer, Romance Studies, College of Arts & Sciences Boston, MA

Lecturer, Romance Studies, College of Arts & Sciences Position

The Department of Romance Studies at Boston University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Spanish, beginning July 1, 2026. Candidates must have native or near‑native proficiency in Spanish and English, a Master’s degree or PhD in Spanish, Language Acquisition, or a related field, and at least three years of college‑level teaching experience demonstrating excellence. We seek individuals who demonstrate a commitment to inclusive and innovative language teaching practices.

Responsibilities include teaching six courses per year, from beginning to advanced language and culture, coordinating multi‑section language courses, and contributing to curriculum development in a dynamic and collaborative language program. Proficiency in Portuguese is a plus. The starting salary for this position is $72,000. The position offers a professional career track with possibilities for growth.

Please submit via (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). a cover letter that explains your interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to inclusive teaching, two sample syllabi, and names and email addresses for three references. Other materials (letters of reference, course evaluations, and a video of one of your class sessions) may be requested later in the interview process.

Applications submitted through a method other than Academic Jobs Online  will not be considered. The Final date to receive applications is Monday, February 23, 2026.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

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