Lecturer in Spanish

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Department/School:
Department of World Languages and Literatures

The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Texas State University invites applications for a Lecturer position in Spanish with a focus on writing, composition, technical writing, language, and culture.

Non‑tenured faculty are appointed to teach one to four courses per semester. Teaching appointments are based on student demand on a semester‑by‑semester basis. Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, as well as continuity of funding and departmental need. The successful candidate will teach at the San Marcos campus and may also teach at the Round Rock campus and/or online, depending on departmental needs.

All positions are subject to availability of funds.

• Ph.D. in Spanish, Spanish Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, or a comparable field by August 1, 2025
• Native or near‑native command of Spanish and English
• Demonstrated teaching experience in Spanish at the university level
• Strong commitment to teaching and collegial service

Experience in teaching Spanish language, writing, composition, technical writing, and culture.

Type of Position:
Full‑Time

Proposed

Start Date:

August 16, 2025

Posting Date:
January 15, 2025

Review Date:
March 14, 2025

Close Date:
Open until filled

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be considered.

Submit the following by March 14, 2025:

• Unofficial college transcripts (all in one document)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Official transcripts for all degree‑granting universities
• DD 214/DD 1300 (if applicable)
• Veteran's Preference documentation (if applicable)
• Academic references: provide names and email addresses in the Reference Letter section of the application

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results from background checks and verifications, including but not limited to criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications, as required by federal and state law.