Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish

Job Overview

We seek a person with a demonstrated ability to teach language courses at all levels, from beginning Spanish to intermediate composition and conversation courses. This position helps to support a dynamic and robust language curriculum that leans on the pedagogical skills and research expertise of our departmental faculty. This position is open to skilled language instructors who will have completed a PhD in literary or cultural studies or a closely related field by August 2026.

The position requires teaching 4 courses per year, an ongoing program of research, and the willingness to contribute to the intellectual life of the college.

• A cover letter that explains interest and qualifications for the position.
• A curriculum vitae.
• A 1‑page statement of teaching philosophy.
• A 1‑page statement of research interests, both of which must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive teaching and willingness to promote access and opportunity for all members of the campus community.

Documents should be submitted via Interfolio at

Questions about this search can be directed to spanishsearches.

The Final date to receive applications is January 19, 2026.

Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes personnel decisions on the basis of the individual’s qualifications to contribute to Colby’s educational objectives and institutional needs. The principle of not discriminating on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, caste, national or ethnic origin, marital status, genetic information, political beliefs, veteran or military status, parental status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, physical or mental disability unrelated to the job or course of study requirements is consistent with the mission of a liberal arts college and the law.