The Translation Program within the Division of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures is seeking a qualified individual to serve as the 2024-25 Faculty Fellow in Residence.

The University of Iowa Translation Program is pleased to announce the Translation Faculty Fellows in Residence program. Fellows are selected through a national competition, beginning immediately. Candidates must hold a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in literary translation, translation studies, or comparative literature. Successful candidates must have a record of publications and experience in college-level teaching.

Fellows are expected to be in residence for the academic year and participate fully in the life of the Translation Program.

The Fellow will:

• Receive an appointment as a Faculty Fellow in Residence Visiting Assistant Professor in Translation for a one-year residency.  This is a 9-month position that includes a salary, competitive benefits, and office space.


• Design and teach courses at the undergraduate level (6 courses per academic year (3-3 course load) in the Division of World Languages, Literatures, and Culture)

Position and Application details:

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition # 75232.

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents:

• a letter of interest


• curriculum vitae


• statement of teaching philosophy


• three letters of recommendation, one focused on experience teaching or leading workshops

Review of applications will begin immediately, until the position is filled.

For additional questions, please contact: sylvia-gomez@uiowa.edu

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

• Candidates must hold a terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in literary translation, translation studies, or comparative literature in hand by start date.

• Experience in college-level teaching


• A record of publications. The translation language is open, with preference given to one or more of the languages taught in the Division of World Languages, Literatures and Cultures