PURDUE UNIVERSITY

CONTINUING LECTURER IN JAPANESE

The School of Languages and Cultures at Purdue University invites applications for a continuing lecturer position in Japanese beginning August, 2014. Continuing Lectureships are non-tenure-track teaching positions, with medical and retirement benefits.

We seek qualified applicants with the following qualifications:

• An MA or higher degree in Japanese language, literature, or a closely related field
• A native/near native proficiency in Japanese and English
• Minimum of three years of teaching experiences at the college level
• Ability to teach Japanese language courses
• Ability to teach survey courses on Japanese culture

Desired qualifications include: 1) ability to teach and coordinate upper level Japanese language courses; 2) ability to teach courses on Japanese culture (including literature, film, and/or pop culture).

To apply, submit electronically to spencerc@purdue.edu a letter of application addressed to Dr. Madeleine Henry, Head of SLC, curriculum vitae, transcripts, copies of syllabi of courses taught, summary of student evaluations, and three confidential letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin on April 7, 2014 and continue until the position is filled. A background check is required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.