University of Tennessee, Knoxville Is Hiring A Lecturer Or Teaching Assistant Professor

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is seeking a passionate and skilled Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor in Japanese Language to join their dynamic Department of World Languages and Cultures starting Fall 2024. 📚

Position Overview

The department invites applications for a full-time position, either as a Lecturer (or Teaching Assistant Professor without tenure) in Japanese language. The appointment will initially be for one year, with the possibility of renewal.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Japanese-language pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related field required by the time of appointment for a Lecturer.
• Doctoral degree required for a Teaching Assistant Professor position.
• Proven excellence in teaching Japanese to non-native speakers at the college level.
• Familiarity with current language pedagogy and technological tools for language learning.
• Preference for candidates demonstrating native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English.
• Experience serving as a coordinator for lower-division Japanese courses is a plus.

Teaching Responsibilities

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate Japanese courses at all levels (12 hours per semester), utilizing various modes of instruction such as in-person and online classrooms. Collaboration with Japanese Program faculty is also expected.

Application Process

Review of applications will commence on April 30, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, teaching demonstration video, evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., evaluations), and three letters of reference via apply.interfolio.com/143805.

Inquiries

For questions, contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Noriko Horiguchi at njh@utk.edu.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Tennessee is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. 🛡️

Disability accommodations can be requested by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility at eoa@utk.edu or (865) 974-2498.

For violations related to civil rights laws, contact the Office of Investigation & Resolution at Knoxville, TN.

About the University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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