Notre Dame University, East Asian Languages and Cultures

Visiting Assistant Professor Japense

University of Notre Dame:  The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures invites applications for a visiting assistant professor in modern Japanese literature and culture, beginning August 2013.  Area of specialization is open; preference will be given to candidates who can offer courses in modern fiction, film, and/or popular culture.  Ph.D. degree preferred by date of appointment, but ABDs are encouraged to apply.  The position may be renewed for a second year.   

Responsibilities include teaching two undergraduate courses per semester, active programmatic involvement, and close collaboration with our faculty to advance our Japanese language and culture program. 

Applications should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation.  Review of applications will begin April 15^h, 2013, and continue until the position is filled.  Applications and inquiries should be directed to Dayle Seidenspinner-Nunez, Chair, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556 (dsnunez@nd.edu); application materials may be submitted electronically.

An international Catholic research university, Notre Dame is an affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to cultural, racial, and gender diversity.  Persons of color, women, members of under-represented groups, and those attracted to a university with a Catholic identity are encouraged to apply.  Information about Notre Dame is available at http://www.nd.edu; information about the Program of Japanese Language and Culture and the Department can be found at http://eastasian.nd.edu.