Japanese Language Visiting Assistant Professor / Instructor

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Description

Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a visiting position in the Japanese language program beginning August 2026. Appointment is for nine months (August-May). This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. The field is open to Literature, Cultural Studies, or Linguistics. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in Japanese language, literature, or a related field. Teaching experience required. Teaching load is 3/3 and will include the teaching of Japanese language courses at the beginning and intermediate levels, as well as Japanese culture courses taught in English. The successful candidate will be the sole instructor of Japanese in the department and should be capable of overseeing a small language program.

Application Instructions

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio: (https://apply.interfolio.com/180333 ): a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s)(unofficial copies are fine), teaching statement, teaching evaluations and/or observations, and names of two references (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within three weeks). Inquiries may be directed to Jennifer Redmann, Chair, Dept. of German, Russian, and East Asian Languages at jennifer.redmann@fandm.edu. For full consideration applications should be received by February 20, 2026.

Our department and Franklin & Marshall College are committed to teaching and mentoring individuals with varied backgrounds and perspectives. In your cover letter, please describe how you could work with us to create a more inclusive and equitable educational community where diverse cultures, viewpoints, and experinces are valued.

Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator Shari Vegso at shari.vegso@fandm.edu. Franklin and Marshall College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.

Franklin and Marshall College is also committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.