One assistant tenure-track position in Contemporary Mexican Literature and Culture

We welcome applications from specialists whose primary work focuses on Mexico in the 20th c. Expertise in the 19thc also important. Transnational research agendas, especially as they related to the U.S.-Mexican border, and other areas in Latin America. Chicano/a interests a plus. Evidence of outstanding scholarly accomplishment and strong commitment to both graduate and undergraduate teaching essential. Native or near-native command of Spanish. Ph.D. in hand by start of appointment.

Send letter of application, cv, minimum of three letters of recommendation, and writing sample to Dr. José F. Aranda Jr. (c/o span@rice.edu ; Dept of Hispanic Studies – MS34, Rice University, BOX 1892, Houston, Texas  77251-1892).

Contingent upon final budget approval. Review of applications will begin November 2, 2009. Closing date: November 30, 2009.

Rice University is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.