Lecturer in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region. 

Job Description

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a non-tenure track, Lecturer position in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies, with a focus on Lusophone Cultures and Literature.

We seek candidates whose academic interests complement the current strengths of our faculty in Spanish & Portuguese and will directly contribute to our undergraduate program in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies. Potential candidates should have experience in areas related to cultural studies, literature, or cinema in at least one of the three geographical areas: Portugal, Brazil or Lusophone Africa. The candidate should demonstrate the ability and interest to work on the development and promotion of Portuguese and Brazilian Studies within and outside UMass, helping establish partnerships with peer institutions in Portugal, Brazil, and/or Lusophone Africa, including Cape Verde, Angola, or Mozambique.

Duties include advising undergraduate students, teaching courses, supervising TAs, and performing service duties as required by the department and the university.

This is an initial two-year appointment which may be renewed. The start date for this position is expected to be September 1, 2025.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Lusophone Studies or a related field is required by the time of appointment. Native or near-native fluency in English and Portuguese is required. Candidates who can speak Spanish or Cape Verdean Creole or can teach Spanish and culture classes are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

The University offers a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package. Details on benefits can be found at https://www.umass.edu/humres/benefits-0. This position is in the MSP/MTA bargaining unit.

For more information regarding benefits and the experience of working, living, and learning in the Pioneer Valley please visit:

https://www.umass.edu/faculty-development/prospective-faculty

Application Instructions   

Please submit a CV, a personal statement, a teaching philosophy statement, and the contact information for three individuals who will provide professional letters of reference if requested. Position will remain posted until filled. Complete applications received before the priority deadline of November 8, 2024 will receive full consideration.

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