The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Mount Allison University invites applications for a 9-month Instructorship in Spanish language, tenable for 3 years. This position comes with a 3-3 teaching load (Fall and Winter terms). The successful candidate will be expected to teach Spanish language courses and to contribute to the department’s activities in the form of service to the Spanish section and to the department. The successful candidate will have an MA in Spanish or an equivalent qualification. Native or near-native fluency in Spanish is essential, as is experience teaching university-level Spanish language to non-native speakers. Familiarity with a range of regional varieties of Spanish will be considered an asset. Candidates possessing or in active pursuit of a doctorate will not be considered, as per the collective agreement with the Mount Allison Faculty Association.

Applicants should electronically submit a letter of introduction containing an overview of both their education and teaching experience, a CV, and a list of three references and their contact information. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a teaching statement. Materials should be sent to:

Dr. Kirsty Bell <kbell@mta.ca>

Head, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

Mount Allison University

Canada

Deadline for submissions is March 24, 2017.

Mount Allison University welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified applicants of all genders, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship or residency status in their application.