Institution:  University of Utah
Location:  Utah, United States
Position:  Assistant Professor, Japanese

The Department of World Languages and Cultures at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track position in Japanese at the Assistant Professor level beginning July 1, 2017. The successful candidate will have expertise in Japanese language and culture and the ability to teach courses in contemporary popular culture. Areas of expertise could include anime, entertainment arts, religious studies, literature, and/or pedagogy. The candidate is expected to contribute to all areas of undergraduate and graduate programs including curricular development. Clear evidence of research potential and demonstrated teaching excellence is required. Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English is a prerequisite. The teaching load is four courses (two per semester) including Japanese language teaching at all levels, depending on program needs. Service commensurate with the position of assistant professor is expected. Applicants must have a PhD in Japanese or equivalent terminal degree in hand by August 15, 2017.

Complete applications include a letter of application, CV, a representative writing sample, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Questions may be addressed to Katharina Gerstenberger at katharina.gerstenberger@utah.edu. Application materials must be submitted electronically by November 16, 2016 through http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/56973.

EEO/Diversity Information:
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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

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