Description

TTU CMLL JOB POSTING FOR 9-month Lecturer as a Spanish Foundations Coordinator and Lecturer

Summary Information:

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures in the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Lecturer as a Spanish Foundations Coordinator and Lecturer in the Department of Classical and Modern Languages and Literatures to begin fall 2026. This position is a one-year appointment with possibility for renewal and includes the option for a remote point of duty. 

 At Texas Tech University, the Lecturer title designates a full-time, non-tenure-acquiring role with primary duties in teaching organized classes and/or instructional labs.

 Required Qualifications 

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate level.

 Specific required qualifications are: 

1.      MA in Spanish Literature and Culture, MA in Hispanic Linguistics, or MA in Foreign Language Teaching;

2.      Minimum two years of teaching Spanish. Graduate teaching as instructor of record may count towards this requirement. 

3.      Must have a demonstrated record and strong commitment to teaching excellence.

4.      Evidence of leadership experience. 

 Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

1.      Demonstrated success in project collaboration. 

2.      Experience and success in online teaching.

3.      Experience as a dedicated mentor.

4.      Experience in curriculum design and program innovation.

5.      Experience and interest in international education recruitment, teaching, and program development.

 About the University, College, and Department/School/Area

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students, with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.  The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures is dedicated to engaging in research and teaching that enriches the humanities, second language studies, and our communities - locally and globally. Our classrooms (online & face-to-face) are a place of connection, where faculty personally invest in students' growth. We equip our students to be competitive in the next stage of their career through high-impact education in language, world literature, and culture, both ancient and modern. Throughout our campus and community, we foster linguistic and cultural diversity and advocate for multiculturalism. CMLL consists of a dynamic and diverse community from the fields of American Sign Language, Applied Linguistics, Arabic, Classics (which includes Archaeology, Greek, and Latin), English as a Second Language, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

 About Lubbock

Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the South Plains region's educational, cultural, economic, and healthcare hub, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

 To Apply for this Position

Please include the following documents in your application:

1.     Curriculum Vitae

2.     Cover Letter

3.     Summary of teaching evaluations

4.     List of references

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For priority consideration, please apply by July 30, 2026. Questions about this position should be directed to Katherine Brooke, Search Committee Chair at Katherine.Brooke@ttu.edu. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Human Resources, Talent Acquisition at hrs.recruiting@ttu.edu or 806-742-3851.

 Application Process

Review of applications will begin on July 6, 2026. To ensure full consideration, please complete an online application at https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/workattexastech/ 

Requisition # 45167BR