Lecturer in Portuguese, Non-Tenure Track, Department of Modern Languages and Cultures

Description

The Department of Modern Languages and Cultures at Baylor University seeks a dynamic colleague to provide instruction in Portuguese language, literatures, and cultures as a Lecturer in the Division of Spanish and Portuguese beginning August 2026. This position will also require teaching some Spanish language courses. This appointment is a renewable full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track, teaching-focused position with a 6-year promotion path to Senior Lecturer for successful candidates and a potential promotion path to Teaching Professor for highly successful candidates.

For more information about the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures, and the College of Arts and Sciences, please visit these links:

https://mlc.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/  

https://artsandsciences.baylor.edu/  

About Baylor University

Baylor University is located in Waco, Texas and is the oldest college in the state. It has a diverse student population of 21,000 and is recognized as one of the top universities in the nation, achieving R1 institution status by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor also made it to the honor roll of "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education. It offers competitive salaries and benefits, allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Baylor's new strategic plan, Baylor in Deeds, guides the University as it continues to fulfill its mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Qualifications

• M.A. in Portuguese, Spanish or related field is required.
• Ph.D. with a concentration in Brazilian or Luso-Brazilian literatures and cultures is preferred.
• Area of specialization is open, with preference for areas that complement our existing strengths.
• Ability to teach in Portuguese and Spanish is required.
• Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English is required.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development for the Division’s Portuguese program strongly desired.

The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate experience in one or more of the following:

·       Innovative, student-centered approaches to teaching language and cultures in Portuguese and/or Spanish

·       Extra-curricular pedagogical experience (e.g., undergraduate mentoring, study abroad, activities outside the classroom)

·       Interdisciplinary approaches to pedagogy and/or program development

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials electronically via Interfolio: 

·       Cover letter

·       Curriculum vitae

·       Statement of teaching philosophy

·       Evidence of excellence in teaching (e.g., sample syllabi, student evaluations, documentation of program coordination experience, etc.)

·       Copy of the transcript of highest-degree from granting institution (unofficial copy acceptable for application)

·       Contact information for three individuals who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation

 

Selected applicants will be contacted to complete a required, self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form before initial interviews. Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will need to provide official transcripts. 

 

Complete applications must be submitted by 11 PM Central time on 9/15/2025. Questions concerning the position should be directed to Gabrielle Miller, Search Committee Chair, at gabrielle_miller@baylor.edu.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.