University of Chicago, Germanic Studies

Advanced Assistant or Associate, Germanic Studies

The Department of Germanic Studies at the University of Chicago is searching for a mid-career candidate (preferably advanced assistant or associate professor) to join an internationally active program with strong ties to neighboring disciplines in humanities, arts, and social sciences. We are especially interested in candidates with demonstrated teaching and research strengths in 20th- and 21st-century literary, cultural, and media studies. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and writing sample to the University of Chicago's Academic Career Opportunities website for Posting Number 02755: https://academiccareers.uchicago.edu. Online applications will not be accepted after November 30, 2015. Position is contingent upon final budgetary approval. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be sent in hardcopy to Prof. Eric Santner, Chair, Department of Germanic Studies, The University of Chicago, 1050 East 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.