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Working/Functional Title Japanese Lang. Ast.Inst/Inst/Ast Prof Fixed Term Position Summary The Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures at Michigan State University seeks one full-time Fixed-Term Japanese Language Instructor or Fixed-Term Assistant Professor of Japanese Language. This is a fixed-term, nine-month, academic year position beginning August 16, 2025, and is renewable contingent upon funding and performance. Rank is determined by highest degree, a Master’s degree required for an instructor position and a PhD required for an fixed-term assistant professor position. All degrees must be conferred by the time of hire. The successful candidate will contribute to diversity and inclusive excellence through teaching 6 Japanese Language courses each academic year (3 courses per semester) at all levels from beginning to advanced. Based on qualifications and Program need, the candidate may also be asked to teach an English-language course on Japanese language and society. The successful candidate will furthermore share service and outreach responsibilities with other Japanese faculty and participate in curriculum and program development, event planning, and language program coordination. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. [...]

Colgate University. The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Japanese, beginning in the fall semester of 2025, for an initial one-year term with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on department needs and an evaluation of teaching effectiveness. A Ph.D. is expected prior to or shortly after date of hire, and native or near-native command of both Japanese and English is required. The applicant’s area of research specialization is open. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach Japanese language courses at all levels, participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, and may be expected to teach a Japan-related course in English designed by the applicant. The teaching load is five courses for the year. A letter of application, CV, and three letters of reference must be submitted through Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/162242. At least one letter of reference should address the candidate’s teaching experience and potential. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. In their cover letter, candidates must describe how their teaching might support the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Review of applications will begin March 3, [...]

The faculty of the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, non-tenure track position at the rank of Instructor of Japanese to begin August 16, 2025. The position is a 9-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding. Candidates must have a minimum qualification of a Master’s degree or higher in Japanese or a related field, completed by August 15, 2025, with evidence of two years of successful teaching experience at the college level, and native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester (eight courses per year) in the Japanese language from introductory through advanced levels. Capability in teaching reading and writing skills involving phonetic alphabets and kanji Chinese characters is preferred. The successful candidate will maintain an excellent record of teaching, while actively engaging in various instructional responsibilities with full participation in program affairs and service. Experience with leading study abroad program is a plus. At the University of South [...]

Position Description: The Program in Asian Studies at Bates College invites applications for a two-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in Japanese (or Visiting Instructor depending on terminal degree), beginning July, 2025, and ending in June, 2027. We are looking for applicants with expertise in teaching Japanese language at all levels. The successful applicant will teach five courses each academic year, at least four of which will be language courses. Additional responsibilities include supervising a language assistant, contributing to co-curricular programming, and possible thesis advising. We are looking to hire a colleague with expertise in and a passion for language teaching, someone who will be able to welcome many students into our Japanese language program, build a strong foundation with them, and encourage them to continue on into their intermediate and advanced courses. Bates students come from a variety of educational and socioeconomic backgrounds, and we are committed to each student’s success. Therefore, candidates should share evidence of their skills and experience supporting a diverse student body. This evidence may take the form of a separate, additional document or it may be integrated into the teaching statement. We encourage applications from individuals from historically marginalized groups and [...]

Applications are invited for a one-year visiting position in Japanese language for 2025-26, with teaching to begin in September 2025 and the possibility of renewal for 2026-2027. Depending on the candidate’s qualifications, the appointment will be made at the level of either a visiting lecturer or a visiting assistant professor. The teaching load will consist of two language courses in Fall 2025 and two in Spring 2026.Depending on the staffing needs, the position will also teach a three-week Winter Study sustaining course for Japanese 101 students in January 2026 with additional compensation. This is a full-time appointment. Salary is competitive and comes with full benefits. The review of applications will begin on February 28, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background check. Further information is available here: http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy/. Qualifications Minimum requirements include an M.A. in Japanese language pedagogy, linguistics, literature, or a related field (a Ph.D. or ABD is preferred). Candidates should have native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, strong teaching experience at the college level, and the ability to teach all levels of language courses either independently or collaboratively. Experience in team teaching and teacher training is preferred. [...]

1. Position/Number of openings One (1) full-time instructor on a renewable three-year contract (April 1, 2025–March 31, 2028). 2. Duties Teaching of intermediate and advanced Japanese, mostly to graduate students from North American universities who intend to become researchers or pursue other Japan-related work. Teaching Japanese language classes (including discipline-specific classes on law, religion, and/or courses on classical Japanese or kanbun). Developing new teaching materials. Other work related to the IUC’s Japanese language classes. 3. Qualifications Master’s degree required; PhD desirable. Ideally will have majored or minored in some other field in addition to Japanese/Japanese Language Pedagogy at university or graduate school Must have teaching experience in intermediate or advanced Japanese at a university or other institution of higher learning. Must be a native Japanese speaker or have equivalent Japanese language skills. IUC's retirement age is 65. 4. Terms of Employment Working hours are 9:30–4:30 weekdays. Wednesday afternoons may be used for study or training outside the workplace. Days off: Saturday, Sunday, national holidays, and school holidays (New Year’s vacation, summer vacation, etc.). Teaching hours: Maximum of 13 classes a week (one class = 50 minutes). Pay: In accordance with IUC pay regulations. Benefits: Pension, health insurance, long-term care insurance [...]

The Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU) invites applications for two summer instructor positions. Period of appointment: June 8 – August 7, 2025. Qualifications: A master’s degree or higher, preferably in Japanese language pedagogy, applied linguistics, or a related field in education or Japanese studies. Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching all levels of Japanese at the college level in the United States. Responsibilities: Teach a maximum of 18 hours per week of Japanese-language courses (Elementary, Intermediate, Advanced). Additional responsibilities include student advising and contributing to the Center's activities and services. Housing: JCMU will provide rent-free housing at the Center, which includes basic furniture, appliances, and utensils. Utility expenses must be paid by the tenant. JCMU will cover airfare for the shortest route from the instructor’s nearest airport to Japan. Salary: Starting from ¥632,000, depending on teaching experience and highest degree earned. Participants are responsible for their own social insurance and tax obligations. Transportation: JCMU will cover airfare for the shortest route from the instructor’s nearest airport to Japan. To Apply: Please submit the following documents: Letter of application Curriculum vitae Two syllabi for different course levels One lesson [...]

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY’s Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Japanese language, beginning on July 1, 2025. Responsibilities include teaching Japanese language courses across multiple levels, including a Professional Japanese course. Applicants must possess native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English, a M.A. or Ph.D. degree (or ABD status) in Japanese linguistics, pedagogy, or a related area, and have experience in teaching Japanese language courses of all levels at the college level (U.S. experience preferred). A strong grounding in proficiency-oriented teaching, a commitment to creating an inclusive classroom environment for students from a range of diverse backgrounds, and a command of instructional technology applied to language learning are also preferred qualities. Applicants should apply via the University’s career website at: https://hr.wfu.edu/careers/. The application should be submitted as a single pdf file. A complete application will include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement on teaching philosophy and pedagogy, two sample syllabi, a list of three professional references, and a link to a video teaching demonstration at the elementary, intermediate or advanced level. A second video at a different level is welcome but not required. Review of applications will begin January [...]