Washington University in St. Louis, East Asian Languages and Cultures
Premodern Chinese Literature Postdoctoral Fellowship
Institution Type: | College / University |
Location: | Missouri, United States |
Position: | Post-Doctoral Fellow |
The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral teaching fellowship in premodern Chinese literature to begin in August 2016. The course load will be four courses over two semesters, one of which will be an undergraduate survey course in Chinese literature (beginnings up to 1911). Candidates must have a Ph.D. in premodern Chinese literature by the start of the appointment, should be no more than three years beyond receipt of their doctorate, and should be able to demonstrate prior successful teaching experience, as well as evidence of an active research agenda.
Applicants must apply through the Washington University HR website:https://jobs.wustl.edu/ Job ID number: 32730.
Applications must include a cover letter, current CV, at least two syllabi of proposed undergraduate courses, a research statement for the year of appointment (up to 1,500 words), and a writing sample (no longer than 30 pages). These materials should be uploaded to the HR website. Three letters of reference should be emailed directly by the referees to Search Committee Chair, Professor Rebecca Copeland, at ealc@wustl.edu
Application review will begin March 15, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.
Washington University in St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer, and encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Employment eligibility is required upon appointment.
Contact: |
Chair, Premodern Chinese Literature Search Committee |
Website: | https://jobs.wustl.edu/ |
Primary Category: | Literature |
Secondary Categories: | Chinese History / Studies |
Posting Date: | 02/02/2016 |
Closing Date | 04/15/2016 |