Japanese Instructor/Lecturer (NTT) Part-Time

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Posting Details

Position Information

Title
Japanese Instructor/Lecturer (NTT) Part-Time

Campus
Stockton

Department
Department of Modern Languages & Literature

Posting Number
F00975

Full or Part Time
Part Time

Open Date
04/29/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Days Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The Department of Modern Languages and Literature at the University of the Pacific invites applications for an instructor/lecturer of Japanese for Fall 2025. The chosen candidate is expected to teach one Japanese course in the department. Please note that faculty rank and title are contingent upon the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Candidates must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

University of the Pacific is an AA/EOE employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• MA in Japanese or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• ABD or Ph.D. in Japanese or appropriate related field; Evidence of successful Japanese language teaching at the college level; Commitment to integration of technology into language instruction.
• Candidate must be able to perform duties unaided.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work is performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.

Hiring Range
$2376 per unit (We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.)

Special Instructions

Send CV and Cover Letter to Cosana Eram (Chair), Department of Modern Languages and Literature at the University of the Pacific.

All applications must be submitted by July 1, 2025 for review.

3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211, contact email (ceram@pacific.edu).

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Contact Information

Cosana Eram
3601 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, CA 95211, contact email (ceram@pacific.edu).

Contact Email
ceram@pacific.edu

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting?
No

Minimum Number of References
0

Maximum Number of References
3

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.