ppSluitingsdatum: 10 June 2024 /p pVacaturenummer: 13020 /p pFaculteit/Dienst: Faculteit der Geesteswetenschappen /p pOpleidingsniveau: Gepromoveerd /p pFunctie type: Wetenschappelijk Personeel /p pThe Spanish capacity group is looking for a candidate to teach on the BA Spanish and various Language Master’s programmes. The candidate has expertise in teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language. /p h3What are you going to do? /h3 pThe University of Amsterdam is seeking an outstanding Lecturer (Docent 3) who can make a substantial contribution to our Spanish programme through development and delivery of top-quality language acquisition and other courses related to your area of PhD/research expertise. Your duties will also include supervising student theses, contributing to innovations and improvements of the curriculum, departmental committee work, and related support duties such as the mentoring of students. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates qualified and equipped to design and implement an updated L2 language acquisition programme for Spanish. /p h3Tasks And Responsibilities /h3 ul liTeaching Spanish language acquisition and other Spanish courses within the Bachelor and Master’s programmes; /li lisupervising Bachelor’s and Master’s theses; /li liidentifying opportunities for and contributing to the improvement of teaching and learning; /li likeeping up-to-date with relevant professional literature in order to integrate new research insights into teaching the designated curriculum; /li liperforming management duties; /li liparticipating in committees and working groups, and performing administrative duties. /li /ul h3What do you have to offer? /h3 pYou will be a demonstrably effective and innovative language educator and an excellent team player. Innovation in language acquisition courses, clear evidence of success in course design and commendable student attainment will make you eligible for promotion to Lecturer 2 in due course, provided you meet the internal promotion criteria. /p h3Your Experience And Profile /h3 ul liPhD in in Hispanic Studies (linguistics, literature, media studies, film studies, history,



translation, language acquisition, etc.); /li liexperience teaching on BA and MA programmes at an academic level, as well as Spanish language acquisition courses; /li liexperience with digital and audio-visual equipment; /li liaffinity with IT in academic teaching and learning; /li liteam spirit and a willingness to participate in activities organised by the Spanish capacity group and the wider department of Modern Foreign Languages and Cultures; /li liwilling and able to cooperate in multidisciplinary projects; /li liappropriate administrative experience and skills; /li lia University Teaching Qualification (UTQ). If you have not attained a UTQ you are required to start with the UTQ track upon commencement of your contract and obtain the qualification within three years of employment; /li ligood command of Dutch and English. If you do not speak Dutch, an active and passive command must be acquired within the first two years of employment and the state examination for Dutch as a Second Language programme II must be passed. /li /ul pCandidates with substantial experience and qualifications in L2 language acquisition course design are particularly encouraged to apply, and there is a clear path for promotion to Lecturer 2 for candidates able to make contributions beyond classroom teaching itself. Experience with teaching/training candidates for teacher education will be an advantage. /p h3What can we offer you? /h3 pWe offer permanent employment upon a satisfactory evaluation following a temporary employment contract of a maximum of 12 months with a probationary period of two months. The employment contract is for 30.4 hours a week. The preferred starting date is 01 August 2024. Your salary,



depending on relevant experience on commencement of the employment contract, ranges between € 4,332 to € 5,929 gross per month on the basis of a full working week of 38 hours. This sum does not include the 8% holiday allowance and the 8,3% year-end allowance. Favourable tax agreements may apply to applicants moving from abroad. The Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities is applicable. /p h3What else do we offer? /h3 ul liexcellent possibilities for further professional development and education; /li liattaining the University Teaching Qualification (UTQ); /li liattaining the Dutch as a Second Language programme II; /li lian enthusiastic, inspiring and professional academic team; /li lian inspiring academic and international work environment in the heart of Amsterdam. /li /ul h3About Us /h3 pThe University of Amsterdam is the largest university in the Netherlands, with the broadest spectrum of degree programmes. It is an intellectual hub with 42,000 students, 6,000 employees and 3,000 doctoral students who are all committed to a culture of inquiring minds. /p pThe Faculty of Humanities provides education and conducts research with a strong international profile in a large number of disciplines in de field of language and culture. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, the faculty maintains close ties with many cultural institutes in the capital city. Research and teaching staff focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and are active in several teaching programmes. /p pWant to know more about our organisation? Read more about working at the University of Amsterdam. /p h3Questions? /h3 pIf you have any questions about the position or the department, please contact during office hours: /p pProf. Dr. Bertus van Rooy Chair of department: Modern Foreign Languages and Cultures /p pThe UvA is an equal-opportunity employer. We prioritize diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. We value a spirit of enquiry and perseverance, provide the space to keep asking questions, and promote a culture of curiosity and creativity. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 VACANTE: Lecturer in Spanish – Universidad de Ámsterdam (Madrid)
🏢 Asociación de Hispanistas del Benelux (AHBx)
📍 Madrid