Assistant Professor of Japanese One-Year Term (Start Fall 2026)

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Description

The Department of Chinese and Japanese invites applications for a 1-year appointment in Japanese beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests might include, but are not limited to: Japanese literature, Japanese film and media, linguistics, and Japanese pedagogy and second-language acquisition. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters. Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at https://www.grinnell.edu/academics/majors-concentrations/chinese-japanese.

Qualifications

Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.

Application Instructions

In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by January 20, 2026.

To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials:

• A letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Names and email contact infomration for three professional references

Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Mariko Schimmel, at [JapaneseSearch@grinnell.edu] or 641-269-3070.