Post-doctoral Lecturer in Latin American Studies

The University of Chicago Center for Latin American Studies invites applications for a post-doctoral Lecturer in Latin American Studies to begin in Autumn 2010.

Recent PhDs with Latin American research experience are encouraged to apply. This is a one-year appointment with possibility of renewal for a second year. The Lecturer in Latin American Studies provides general academic and career advising for students in the interdisciplinary MA program in Latin American Studies, directs theses of BA and MA students as needed, and teaches four courses.

Applications must be received by April 15, 2010. Candidates must apply online at http://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/ and searching for posting #00240. Under separate cover, please have three letters of recommendation sent to Josh Beck, Associate Director, Center for Latin American Studies, 5848 South University Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637.

All requirements toward the PhD degree must be completed by August 31, 2010. Teaching experience is required. The ideal candidate will be able to give theoretical and methodological advice to master’s students with a broad range of social science and humanities interests.