Instructor of Japanese

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number
FAC00231PO24

Advertised Title
Instructor of Japanese

Campus
Columbia

College/Division
College of Arts and Sciences

Department
CAS Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Advertised Salary Range
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time

Hours per Week
40

Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis
9 months

Work County
Richland

Tenure Information
Professional Track

Job Search Category
Faculty

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About University of South Carolina

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

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.

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.

Required Education and Experience

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Japanese, or East Asian Studies, or related field. Willingness to direct study abroad programs.

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date
08/16/2025

Job Open Date
11/14/2024

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. Remember that applications are not complete until at least 3 signed and dated letters of recommendation are received. Applicants can have letters sent directly to Shakila Mack at shakila@mailbox.sc.edu.

We will begin reviewing applications on January 31st and that the search will remain open until filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr. Junko Baba at BABAJ@mailbox.sc.edu.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/178683

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