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| Salary | $85,000–$95,000 Per Year |
Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies in Latin American Literature and Culture (Tenure Track)
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Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies in Latin American Literature and Culture (Tenure Track)
Requisition Number:
75556
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
Faculty
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
08-Dec-2026
Date Posted:
19-Oct-2026
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese seeks a Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies in Latin American Literature and Culture, with a 2-2 teaching load. For purposes of annual merit evaluation, instructors are assessed at 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service obligations. The expected start date will be in August 2027, pending final Arts & Sciences approval.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Who We Are
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese is a vibrant, multicultural, diverse community of scholars, students, and staff deeply engaged in the study of the languages, cultures, societies, literatures and arts of Latin America, the Iberian Peninsula and the growing US Latino population. We advance knowledge of human thought, culture, and language through rigorous research, innovative thinking, and public engagement. Through a flexible and coherent set of courses from Latin American Studies, Latinx Studies, Iberian Studies, and Hispanic Linguistics, we empower graduates to think critically, communicate effectively, and apply social science and humanistic perspectives to the challenges of a complex and changing world. Our programs and credentials are complemented by applied, high-impact experiences in the classroom. These include portfolio design, creative projects, and research analysis. Outside the classroom, we offer credit-bearing internships, community-engaged learning, and study abroad opportunities. Our department is made up of close to 40 individuals ranging in training and experience from Teaching Assistants to senior Full Professors. Each of us is actively engaged in providing the best possible academic experience for our students.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
The position entails a teaching load of 2/2 with undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring responsibilities. The successful candidate will produce a strong record of publications and will participate in a variety of service responsibilities as a faculty member.
What We Can Offer
What We Can Offer
Benefits
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers, ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
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Special Instructions
To apply, please submit these materials as PDF files with the following naming convention: "Last Name_FirstName_Name of document".
For consideration, please submit applications by December 8, 2026.
During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses for three professional references who would be willing to provide letters of recommendation on your behalf. For candidates who are invited to be interviewed in January 2027: three letters of recommendation will be requested directly from your references in late December 2026.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email; applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
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Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Peter Elmore
Posting Contact Email: peter.elmore@colorado.edu
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