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Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon, is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Japanese, with Ph.D. in hand or near completion. Native or near-native fluency in both Japanese and English required. Candidates must be able to teach all levels of Japanese language and must be prepared to develop and teach courses in Japanese and Asian studies, including courses taught in English to a non-specialized audience. Demonstrated familiarity with proficiency-based language teaching and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching required. Salary commensurate with education and experience. For more information about the position, please see: http://www.linfield.edu/humanresources/teaching.php.

The screening of applications will commence on November 30, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, CV, three recent letters of recommendation, short statement of teaching philosophy, and transcripts to Dr. Victoria McGillin, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Linfield College, 900 S.E. Baker St., McMinnville, OR 97128.

[posted 10/7/08]

Assistant Professor of Japanese Studies, full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 2009. Doctorate or ABD required. Responsibilities include full-time teaching load of 3 courses each semester. We are especially interested in adding courses in literature, culture, film/media studies, and other areas that complement our existing offerings. Courses may be comparative in nature, but each course should include at least 50% Japan content in the form of lectures, readings, and assignments. For more information about the position, and to apply, see www.earlham.edu/jobs. Application review begins December 1, 2008, and will continue until the position has been filled. Earlham eagerly solicits applications from African-American and other ethnic minorities, women, and Quakers.

[posted 10/3/08]

The Center for Asian Studies and the Japanese Program at Kalamazoo College invite applications for a three-year, full-time position in Japanese language instruction beginning in fall of 2009, with possibility of renewal. Salary is competitive and consistent with level of experience. Successful candidates will possess native or near native fluency in Japanese and English and should have a PhD or equivalent degree (or be close to completion) in Japanese language pedagogy, Japanese linguistics, or related field. Exceptional candidates with MAs in one of the above fields may be considered. Candidates are expected to have high aptitude and interest in undergraduate teaching, and a commitment to the liberal arts. Candidates should present clear evidence of superior teaching ability and be prepared to teach six courses per year, expand curriculum for, and coordinate all levels of language. Ability and interest in computer-assisted instruction will be assets.

Kalamazoo College is a highly selective nationally known liberal arts college offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings. Eighty-five per cent of students study abroad during their four-year career. The campus is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 225,000 which supports four college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor activities.

To apply, please submit the following: a letter of application, CV, teaching dossier with student evaluations, undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), and three letters of reference. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a video recording (VHS or DVD) of their classroom instruction. Completed applications received by December 15, 2008 will receive full consideration, with later applications reviewed as needed until the position is filled. Please send all materials to: Dr. Rose Bundy, Director, Japanese Program; Kalamazoo College; 1200 Academy St.; Kalamazoo, MI 49006-3295. For more information about the college, see our home page at www.kzoo.edu. Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. Equal Opportunity Employer.

[posted 10/3/08]

Williams College
 

The Asian Studies Department at Williams College invites applications for a one-year leave replacement position in Japanese language beginning September 2009. The position is visiting, full-time, rank open. For appointment in the professorial ranks, minimum requirements include Ph.D. in foreign language education, linguistics, or a related field. For appointment as lecturer, candidate should preferably have M.A. in an appropriate field. In either case, candidate should have native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, strong teaching experience, and ability to teach all levels of language in close coordination with departmental colleagues. To apply, send sample video of language teaching in Japanese, letter of application, vita, graduate school records, and 3 recommendations to: The Search Committee, Dept. of Asian Studies, Williams College, Williamstown, MA 01267. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive.

[posted 10/1/08]

The Department of Foreign Languages at Sam Jose State University announces the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in Japanese Literature and Culture (Job Opening ID [JOID]: 13446).

Qualifications: Required: Ph.D. (in hand before date of hire) in Japanese Literature or a relevant field (Japanese Language, Foreign Language Teaching, etc.); native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and fluency in English; evidence of superior teaching and scholarly achievement or promise; ability to teach Japanese literature and courses in Japanese culture such as traditional performing arts, pop culture, cinema studies, and/or anime taught in Japanese and English; ability to teach a broad range of courses in Japanese language. Expected: Solid knowledge and experience in technology-mediated instruction. Desired: Ability to teach Japanese calligraphy. Applicants should have awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a multicultural population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching and other comparable experience.

Responsibilities: Teach upper-division literature and culture courses in Japanese and English, as well as all levels of Japanese language courses; guide and possibly design and implement a graduate program in Japanese; collaborate in the development of technology-mediated instruction in the Japanese program. Academic assignment will include advising and recruitment of students, grant application/fundraising, and appropriate committee work. A strong record of scholarly publications related to the history and achievements in the specialty is required for tenure and promotion. Candidate must address the needs of a student population of great diversity - in age, cultural background, ethnicity, primary language and academic preparation - through course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.

Application procedures: Applications received by November 14, 2008 will be given full consideration. For full consideration, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interests/philosophy and research plans, complete official transcripts, and three original letters of reference with contact information to:  

[posted 9/29/08]

Senior instructors and graduate teaching assistants are needed for Beloit College's summer intensive Japanese language program (June 10 - August 7, 2009). In 2009, we expect to offer first- through fourth-year Japanese. Each level, with enrollments of ten students, has one instructor and one graduate teaching assistant.  Instructors collaborate with each other, the language coordinator, and the CLS director on curriculum, syllabi, and instruction. Duties include classroom teaching and evaluation, and assistance with organizing cultural activities for the program. Instructors will be expected to live on campus (single occupancy), share lunch and dinner with the students in the dining commons, and be available to students evenings and weekends.

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and list of three references to Patricia L. Zody, Center for Language Studies, Beloit College, 700 College Street, Beloit WI 53511. Applications will not be accepted by e-mail. Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2008, and will continue until positions are filled. For more information about the summer language programs, please call 608-363-2277 or visit our Web site at http://www.summerlanguages.com. Beloit College is committed to the education benefits of diversity, and urges all interested individuals to apply. AA/EEO Employer.

[posted 9/19/08]

The Department of Modern Languages at Murray State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Japanese. Full-time, tenure-track position to begin August 2009. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Japanese language pedagogy, Japanese linguistics, second language acquisition, or literature is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered. Must have native or near-native fluency in both Japanese and English, excellent writing skills, evidence of teaching excellence in Japanese to English speakers. Ability to teach Chinese is preferred.

Responsibilities: Teach 12 hours per semester, maintain a research program, serve on committees, and participate in departmental activities. Teach all levels of Japanese language and develop a major in Japanese or Japanese Studies. May also include teaching Japanese language, literature and/or culture of all periods in translation, directing senior theses, advising, and teaching interdisciplinary courses. Opportunity to participate in summer study abroad program in Japan. 

Application Deadline: January 15, 2009. To Apply: Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, recent teaching evaluations, unofficial transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Janice Morgan, Dept. of Modern Languages, 4A5 Faculty Hall, Murray State University, Murray, KY 42071. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.

[posted 9/16/08]

The Department of Applied Linguistics at The Pennsylvania State University seeks qualified applicants for a Senior Lecturer position in Applied Linguistics to begin August 1, 2009. The position is a 48-week, three-year contract, renewable pending satisfactory performance and by mutual consent. The Senior Lecturer will oversee and implement the university-wide International Teaching Assistant (ITA) program, supervise and coordinate the ESL instructional program (undergrad/grad) in English for Academic Purposes (EAP), and supervise the departmental teaching assistants who teach in the ESL instructional program. This position will include opportunities to teach courses and advise students in the MA TESL and Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics degree programs.

Substantial supervisory experience is required in one or more of the following areas of specialization: FL, ESL, and/or EFL language program coordination, teacher education, ITA programs. Evidence of excellence in teaching and scholarship is expected. Ph.D. required at time of appointment in applied linguistics or related fields, including but not limited to: educational linguistics, English education, language, literacy and culture, linguistics, or second language acquisition.

Review of dossiers will begin November 15, 2008. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send cover letter, CV, three confidential letters of recommendation, and documentation of supervisory/teaching excellence to:  Karen E. Johnson, Chair, Search Committee, 305 Sparks Building, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. Information about the Department of Applied Linguistics can be found at http://aplng.la.psu.edu/.Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

[posted 9/16/08]

The Asian Studies Program of the University of the South (Sewanee) invites applications for an Assistant Professor or Lecturer position in Japanese Language and Literature, beginning August 2009. This is a tenure-track appointment. Teaching load is 4 language courses and 2 literature/culture courses per year (3 courses each semester).

A PhD in Japanese literature and culture by the time of appointment is preferred. ABD will be considered. Specialization is open although expertise in modern literature with additional specialization to be specified by applicant (cultural studies, film studies, gender studies, etc.) is preferred. College-level teaching experience in the United States and native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English are required.

Send letter of application, CV, dossier and three letters of recommendation to: Kitty Lester, Faculty Hiring Specialist, Human Resources, 735 University Ave., University of the South, Sewanee, TN 37383. Review of applications will start immediately but the deadline for applications is January 16, 2009. The University of the South is a selective liberal arts college located 90 miles south of Nashville. Find more information about us at www.sewanee.edu. The university is committed to increasing the diversity of our faculty and students.

[posted 8/12/08]

The School of International Letters and Cultures at Arizona State University seeks to appoint a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Japanese, with an emphasis on pre-modern Japanese language and literature, starting August 2009. Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. in Japanese literature or closely related discipline by the time of appointment; possess native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and English; and demonstrate ability to teach modern and pre-modern Japanese language and literature to university students. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated ability to work constructively with colleagues in expanding undergraduate and graduate programs. The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester. Teaching responsibilities include both undergraduate and graduate courses, including Classical Japanese, pre-modern Japanese literature in translation and in Japanese, and a graduate bibliography and methods course.

Deadline for completed applications: October 31, 2008. Applications received by that date will have first priority; if not filled, applications will be reviewed weekly thereafter until the search is closed.

Application package must include a detailed letter of interest stating qualifications, current and future research agendas, and teaching experience; a CV; a writing sample (such as a journal article or dissertation chapter), preferably as an e-file to jo.faldtz@asu.edu. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly by the referees. Materials should be sent to Pre-modern Japanese Search Committee, School of International Letters & Cultures, Arizona State University, PO Box 870202, Tempe, AZ 85287-0202. (www.asu.edu/silc/)

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.

[posted 9/8/08]

The Department of Modern Languages at Denison University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective Fall 2009.

Qualifications: PhD or ABD in Chinese or Japanese language and/or culture required, with the ability to teach both languages. Commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level. Evidence of effective teaching required. Record or demonstrated potential for excellence in research and scholarly publication. Native or near-native fluency in Chinese, Japanese, and English. Preference will be given to candidates who: a) have experience teaching Chinese and Japanese at the elementary and intermediate levels; b) maintain an active research program; c) are familiar with recent developments in the application of technology to language teaching and learning in a Liberal Arts setting.

Responsibilities: 3-2 teaching load; active research program resulting in scholarly publications; participation in departmental, university and community affairs.

To be assured full consideration, please apply on Denison's web site, employment.denison.edu, by November 21, 2008. Position open until filled. Denison is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women and minorities to apply.

[posted 9/5/08]

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a tenure-track position of assistant professor for its Japanese literature and culture program. The appointment will begin on August 30, 2009, pending budgetary approval. Preference will be given to a specialist in pre-modern Japanese literature, with interdisciplinary or cross-cultural interests in such areas as performing or visual arts and theater. Responsibilities will include teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring students, and working with other Asia specialists on campus. The applicant should have a Ph.D. in hand or expected by the end of the summer, 2009.

Applicants should send a letter of application, CV, transcripts, samples of scholarly work, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., student teaching evaluation), and three reference letters (one of which must specifically address the candidate's ability and experience in teaching), to Japanese Literature Search Committee, OEH 702, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260.  For more information, contact Paula Locante, tel. (412) 624-5569, or email plocante@pitt.edu. In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 3, 2008.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups underrepresented in academia are especially encouraged to apply.

[posted 9/3/08]

The Department of Asian and Asian American Studies at Binghamton University (State University of New York) invites applications for a tenure-track position in premodern Japanese literature at the assistant professor level, beginning September 2009. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or expect to have the degree in hand by the beginning of the appointment. Primary teaching responsibilities are courses in premodern Japanese literature and culture. We are especially eager to receive applications from those working in the area of traditional performing arts. Priority will be given to applicants who can teach Japanese language.

A commitment to scholarly research and publication, teaching, and service is expected. Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, sample publications (or thesis chapters), statement of teaching philosophy, list of courses taught or planned, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations (if available), and three letters of reference to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Asian and Asian American Studies, Binghamton University, PO BOX 6000, Binghamton, NY 13902-6000. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008, and continue until position is filled. Binghamton University is an EEOP/AA employer.

[posted 8/28/08]

The Department of East Asian Studies in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta invites applications for a full-time Faculty Lecturer position in Japanese language teaching. This is a renewable five-year, twelve months per year academic appointment. Applicants for this position should have a PhD or equivalent degree (or be close to completion) in Japanese language pedagogy, Japanese linguistics, second language acquisition, or related fields, and proficiency in Japanese and English. The successful candidate will have substantial relevant teaching experience and present clear evidence of superior teaching ability. Experience in program coordination and computer-assisted instruction will be assets. Faculty Lecturers will teach eight half course equivalents (HCE) per year and assume normal administrative duties associated with teaching. There is no research expectation associated with this position, although Faculty Lecturers are expected to remain current with the relevant literature in their fields as it applies to their teaching assignments.

Courses on East Asia have been offered regularly at the University of Alberta since 1961, making the program one of the oldest in Western Canada. Originally founded in 1979, the Department of East Asian Studies has eleven faculty members in Chinese and Japanese studies and is undergoing a significant rebuilding process. For information about the University of Alberta and the Department of East Asian Studies, please consult the Department of East Asian Studies webpage at http://www.ualberta.ca/~eastasia/ (under revision).

Established in 1908 as a board-governed, public institution, the University of Alberta has earned the reputation of being one of the best universities in Canada based on its strengths in teaching, research, and services. The University of Alberta serves over 36,000 students in more than 200 undergraduate programs and 170 graduate programs (www.ualberta.ca). The Faculty of Arts is the oldest and most diverse faculty on campus, and one of the largest research and teaching centres in western Canada (www.arts.ualberta.ca). The University’s main campus is located in Edmonton, the vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of the province of Alberta. The Edmonton metropolitan area is the sixth largest in the country with a population of approximately one million (www.edmonton.ca). Edmonton is located only a few hours drive from Banff and Jasper National Parks, which offer skiing in winter and excellent hiking and sightseeing in summer.

Salary for this Faculty Lecturer position is on the Assistant Professor scale, which begins at $64,087 per annum (2008-09 scale), and the position includes a full range of benefits. Consideration of applications will begin on October 1, 2008, and continue until the position is filled. The effective date of employment is July 1, 2009.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a letter of application, graduate transcripts, and a teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy and evaluations of teaching performance. These materials and three confidential letters of reference should be submitted to:

Inquiries concerning this position may be directed to the Chair at ryan.dunch@ualberta.ca; tel. (780) 492-2836; fax (780) 492-7440.

The records arising from this competition will be managed in accordance with provisions of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPP).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Alberta hires on the basis of merit. We are committed to the principle of equity in employment. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified women and men, including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and Aboriginal persons.>/P>

[posted 8/20/08]

Tenure-track assistant professor of Japanese, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, beginning September 1, 2009. Ph.D. in Japanese or related field required. Teach Japanese in a distance-learning environment (primarily using interactive 2-way videoconferencing). Area of specialization is open. Seeking individual with native or near-native fluency in both Japanese and English and evidence in teaching excellence at all levels of Japanese at the undergraduate level. Administrative skills in coordinating the Japanese program as well as a variety of study abroad programs with Japan will be beneficial. Advise Japanese minors and have interest in developing a Japanese Studies major. Commitment to ongoing research is expected. Application deadline November 12, 2008. Interviews at MLA. Send letter of application, CV, official transcripts and three current letters of reference to: Dr. Simon Sibelman, Chair, Foreign Languages and Literatures, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901-8693. Employment will require a criminal background check. AA/EOE.

[posted 8/18/08]

The Department of Foreign Languages at the University of Arkansas is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Lecturer in Japanese. Formal appointment (to begin August 18, 2008) is contingent on budget approval.

Duties: To teach four classes per semester of Japanese language courses at all levels (elementary to advanced), with the possibility of additional teaching appointments in summer. The Lecturer is also expected to assist in curriculum development in the basic language component of the Japanese Program. The program website can be viewed at http://www.uark.edu/misc/japanlg/.

Qualifications: A Master's degree (must be in hand at the time of appointment) in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Curriculum and Instruction, or a related field; native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English; experience in teaching to English-speaking students; and a vibrant and outgoing teaching style. A good team player is strongly desired. Candidates with computer skills will be considered favorably.

Required Materials for Application: A letter of application, CV, transcript, teaching dossier, and two letters of recommendation. Applicants are strongly encouraged - although not required - to submit a video recording (VHS or DVD) of their instruction in a regular class meeting. Send all materials to: Dr. Tatsuya Fukushima (e-mail: tatsuya@uark.edu), Chair of Japanese Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Foreign Languages, University of Arkansas, 425 Kimpel Hall, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. Materials may be sent by e-mail or postal mail. Screening of applications begins immediately, and continues until a suitable candidate is hired. The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and applications will be accepted without regard to age, race, color, sex, or national origin. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act and must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

[posted 7/24/08]

The Japanese program of the Department of Russian and East Asian Languages and Cultures (REALC) at Emory University invites applications for a one-year, temporary, full-time position in Japanese language instruction for AY 2008-9. Successful applicants will possess at least an M.A. in Japanese language pedagogy, Japanese linguistics, or a related field; near-native proficiency in Japanese and English; and experience teaching Japanese at the college level. Applicants with experience teaching all levels of Japanese language are especially encouraged to apply. To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to Japanese Search Committee, Dept. of Russian and East Asian Languages and Cultures, Emory University, 1707 N. Decatur Rd., Atlanta, GA 30322. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be addressed to Cheryl Crowley, Associate Professor of Japanese, REALC (ccrowle@emory.edu).

[re-posted 7/17/08]

The Center for International Education and Research at Oita University, Japan, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in Japanese language and Japanese Studies. This is a tenured appointment starting 1 April 2009.

The successful candidate is expected to (1) teach the Japanese language, through the medium of English, to students from overseas and, in addition, Japanese Studies topics in English; (2) provide pre-training (such as English courses) to Japanese students who wish to study abroad; (3) provide Japanese students proposing study abroad, and overseas students studying in Oita, with lifestyle guidance and academic supervision; (4) negotiate and liaise with tertiary educational institutions overseas to promote international student/staff exchanges; and (5)be actively engaged in all activities of the Center for International Education and Research.

The successful candidate will also meet the following conditions: (1) must hold as the minimum a Masters Degree, (2) must be able to give lectures in English, (3) must have taught the Japanese language as well as Japanese Studies at the tertiary level, (4) must have lived outside Japan for an appreciable period of time, (5) must have at least three publications (excluding degree theses) published in academic journals or in publications of similar standing; and (6) must be able to live in the City of Oita or in its vicinity after being engaged.

Deadline for Applications: 30 September 2008. For details and application forms please visit the JRECIN website: http://jrecin.jst.go.jp/seek/SeekJorDetail?fn=1&id=D108060363&ln_jor=0. For inquiries, please contact the International Office of Oita University by email. The address is ryugaksi@ad.oita-u.ac.jp.

[posted 6/25/08]

The East Asian Studies Reference/Instruction Librarian is a tenure-stream faculty position reporting to the Faculty Director for Reference and Instructional Services. Duties include general and specialized reference in the social sciences and humanities with responsibilities associated with an information commons; virtual reference and instruction services; classroom teaching as part of an active library instruction program; selecting library materials in the areas of East Asian Languages, primarily Japanese and other Asian languages taught at the University of Colorado (Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Chinese, Farsi, Hindi, Korean); and guiding collection management decisions related to the vernacular and East Asian languages collections. This position serves as the primary liaison to the East Asian Languages and Civilizations Department and the Center for Asian Studies and assumes primary responsibility for the development and delivery of reference and instructional services for students and faculty in these units. The East Asian Studies Librarian supports the integration of new technologies into the Reference and Instructional Services Department and actively participates in departmental policy planning and delivery of services.

The Reference and Instructional Services Department provides virtual and in-depth personal reference and instructional services to the students and faculty of the University of Colorado at Boulder and specializes in services and collections for the social sciences and humanities. Significant parts of the responsibilities of this position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder.

Requirements:

Appointment and Salary: The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time (12 month), tenure-stream faculty member. Depending upon professional experience and demonstrated accomplishments in scholarly activity, creative work, and service, appointment may be at the assistant professor level or above. Starting salary range will be $50,000 - $56,500. Benefits include 22 working days vacation; 10 paid holidays; liberal sick leave; University group health care plan; group life insurance; TIAA/CREF retirement/annuity; and support for scholarly/professional activities. Tenured librarians are eligible for sabbatical leave.

Application Procedure: Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received by May 26, 2008. Apply online using Jobs at CU (http://www.jobsatcu.com), referring to posting number 803957. Alternatively, if difficulty applying online is encountered, send letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position; resume; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Dylan Wiersma, Search Coordinator, Administrative Services, University Libraries, 184 UCB, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309-0184. The full position description can be viewed at http://ucblibraries.colorado.edu/about/jobeastasian.htm. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. In addition, the University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

[posted 4/15/08]

University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is hiring talented part-time adjunct faculty to teach Japanese courses on-site and online. The advantages are many: flexible schedules for instructors; choices of on-site or online teaching formats; training for online teaching with Webtycho, a state-of-the-art proprietary platform; collegial sharing and mentoring; and the satisfaction of interacting with highly motivated non-traditional students.

A terminal degree (PhD, DBA, JD, etc.) from a regionally accredited institution is required to teach the majority of courses at UMUC. However, in some disciplines, a candidate with a master's degree combined with professional certification and teaching experience may also be considered.

UMUC invites you to learn more and apply online at: http://www.umuc.edu/facultyrecruit.

The University of Maryland University College has locations in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the Washington, DC, metropolitan area as well as on military bases in Europe and Asia. EOE/F/MC/V. Women and minority applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

[updated 3/27/08]

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at California State University - Los Angeles seeks applicants for the position of Full-time Temporary Lecturer/Language Lab Director (starting September 2008). Information about the position can be found at http://www.calstatela.edu/academic/mld. Minimum qualifications include M.A. in the language of his or her expertise (i.e., the target language), instructional technology, or related field. Native or near-native fluency in the target language and English. Expertise in computer-assisted and web-based language learning, including distance learning. Teaching experience using a variety of methodologies. Ability and willingness to teach all levels of language courses in the target language, using proficiency-oriented language teaching methods. Ability to direct and manage the Language Lab, train and supervise its student employees, and strengthen its instructional use. Ability and willingness to keep up with new developments in instructional technology in language learning, inform the Department about them, and advise and train faculty on the use of new technology. Potential for research, scholarly and/or creative activity involving students whenever possible. Demonstrated ability and/or interest in working in a multiethnic, multicultural environment. Desired/preferred qualifications include Ph.D. or Ed.D. in the language of his or her expertise, instructional technology, or related field. Ability and willingness to teach courses in another (foreign) language and/or Modern Language courses.

Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Employment contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States and completion of the University's Application for Employment form found at http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/forms/appl_empl.xls. Address applications, required documentation (curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and official transcripts) and/or requests for information to: Dr. Sachiko Matsunaga, Chair, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90032-8112. Review of applications will begin on April 7, 2008. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX employer.

[posted 3/7/08]

The Department of Asian Languages and Literatures in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota seeks a pool of applicants to teach language courses in Japanese. Positions may be either full-time or part-time, and for single-semester or year-long appointments. If filled, these positions are for day, evening, or a combination of day/evening courses, taught on a semester basis. Appointment dates are: Fall Semester 2008 (08/25/08 - 01/07/09); and Spring Semester 2009 (01/08/09 - 05/24/09). Salary range is competitive based upon qualifications.

Full description and application procedures can be found at: http://employment.umn.edu. Search for requisition number 152437 and follow the instructions. Please attach a letter of application, a current curriculum vita, and the names and addresses of three references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

[posted 1/23/08]