Dartmouth College, Asian and Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures
Assistant Professor, Japanese Language, Literature, and Culture
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | New Hampshire, United States |
Position: | Assistant Professor |
The Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Languages and Literatures invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank in Japanese. Appointment will become effective July 1, 2015, with teaching duties beginning in September 2015. Applicants for this position must either hold a PhD or be ABD; additionally, they must have native or near native fluency in Japanese and English.
The field of specialization will be literature, film, or culture, with priority given to candidates whose research incorporates language and its relationship to issues of representation. In addition, candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to foreign language instruction. The successful candidate will participate in administering the Japanese language program and alternate direction of the annual ten-week study-abroad program in Chiba, Japan. The classroom teaching load is four courses per year, to be taught over three of the four quarters, and would include introductory classes and seminars in English as well as thematic courses in Japanese.
Applicants should submit, via email, a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and writing sample (25-50 pages) to http://apply.interfolio.com/26037
Three letters of recommendation should be e-mailed via Interfolio separately.
The review of applications will begin on November 15, 2014. Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Skype. Questions should be directed to James Dorsey at: james.dorsey@dartmouth.edu.
Dartmouth College combines a commitment to innovative scholarship with dedication to excellent teaching. One of the most diverse institutions of higher education in New England, Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, has a strong commitment to diversity, and in that spirit encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.
Contact: |
James Dorsey |
Website: | http://apply.interfolio.com/26037 |
Primary Category: | Japanese History / Studies |
Secondary Categories: | Languages |
Posting Date: | 09/15/2014 |
Closing Date | 12/31/2014 |