Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Japanese Literature and Culture
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Rutgers University
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Japanese Literature and Culture
Department
SAS- Asian Languages & Cultures
Salary Details
The academic year salary for an assistant professor will not be less than $82,110, based on the most recent collective bargaining agreement between the faculty union (AAUP-AFT) and Rutgers University.
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discounts programs
For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, New Jersey, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in Japanese Literature and Culture, beginning September 1, 2026. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Japanese with a specialty in literature, cultural studies, film studies, and/or visual cultures. Ph.D. must be completed by the beginning of the appointment (September 1, 2026). All job offers are contingent upon successful pre-employment background screening prior to commencement of employment.
The successful candidate will be expected to (1) teach undergraduate courses at all year levels and MA-level seminars; and (2) contribute actively to developing our undergraduate and graduate programs in Japanese and Asian Studies. The standard teaching load is two courses per semester (2-2). Fluency in English and Japanese is required. Qualified applicants should submit a letter of application describing their research projects (current and future) and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio, and sample publication or thesis chapter to the Rutgers jobs portal. Demonstrated excellence in research and teaching is crucial. Applicants should also solicit three letters of reference. All application materials including reference letters must be received by December 1, 2025. Questions: please contact Professor Wendy Swartz at wendy.swartz@rutgers.edu The academic year salary for an assistant professor in this position will not be less than $82,110 based on the most recent collective bargaining agreement between the faculty union (AAUP-AFT) and Rutgers University. Submit your application electronically only through this link: https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postingsLocated in New Jersey, Rutgers University is a premiere, Research 1, public land grant institution that reflects the broad spectrum of backgrounds in the state. The School of Arts and Sciences, the largest and most comprehensive school at Rutgers University, is especially interested in candidates who can advance the goals and values expressed in the SAS Strategic Plan. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further our mission of excellence.It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic Updated as of July 3, 2025 Page | 1 of 3 Talent Acquisition uhr.rutgers.edu University Human Resources Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey 57 U.S. Highway 1 New Brunswick, NJ 08901-8554 information
Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
25FA0920
Posting Open Date
10/01/2025
Posting Close Date
12/02/2025
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. or have completed the Ph.D. by the beginning of the appointment. A commitment to scholarly research, excellence in teaching, and service to the university and the field is expected.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expertise is required in one or more of the following areas of Japanese Studies: literature, cultural studies, film studies, and/or visual cultures. Fluency in English and Japanese is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Rutgers University-New Brunswick is the flagship home of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. We are a leading national research university committed to excellence in teaching, innovative research across a broad spectrum of subjects, and service that improves our local, national, and global communities. A member of the Association of American Universities and the Big Ten Conference, Rutgers is one of America’s nine original colonial colleges and one of America’s first land-grant institutions.
Rutgers-New Brunswick straddles the Raritan River and offers convenient access to New York City (38 mi., 61 km) and Philadelphia (65 mi., 105 km) and the beautiful beaches of the Jersey Shore.
For more information please follow this link:
https://newbrunswick.rutgers.edu/about/about-rutgers-university%E2%80%93new-brunswick?utm_source=flag_links&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=flag_links
Statement
Qualified applicants should send a complete dossier including letter of application, CV, sample publication or thesis chapter, and three letters of reference.
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Qualified applicants should submit a letter of application describing their research projects (current and future) and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio, and sample publication or thesis chapter to the Rutgers jobs portal. Demonstrated excellence in research and teaching is crucial. Applicants should also solicit three letters of reference. All application materials including reference letters must be received by December 1, 2025.
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/260365
Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
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