Assistant Professor Japanese Literature
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Title: Temporary Assistant Professor (Japanese Literature)
Hiring Unit: College of Arts Languages & Letters Department of East Asian Languages & Literatures
Location: Manoa Campus
Date Posted: April 25 2025
Closing Date: May 9 2025
Salary Information: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Monthly Type: 9 Month
Tenure Track: NonTenure Track
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
The University of Hawaii at Manoa Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (EALL) invites applications for a oneyear temporary Assistant Professor of Japanese specializing in Japanese Literature. Appointment to begin August 1 2025 pending position clearance and availability of funds.
The Department of EALL is among the largest departments of its kind in the country and offers a curriculum unparalleled in its breadth and scope in Chinese Japanese and Korean language linguistics literature and culture. We offer BA in Chinese Japanese and Korean; MA & PhD in EALL with a concentration on Chinese Japanese and Korean Linguistics and Literature.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach introductory and upperdivision undergraduate courses in Japanese literature and cultural studies;
Teach graduate courses in Japanese literature;
Advise undergraduate and graduate students;
Participate in graduate committees;
Maintain an active agenda of scholarly research and publication in area(s) of specialization;
Other duties as assigned by the Chair.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Japanese literature or a closely related field from a college or university of recognized standing (ABD will be considered but all requirements for doctoral degree must be completed by August 2025;
2. Demonstrated expertise in Japanese literature;
3. Demonstrated experience in teaching and service;
4. Ability to develop and teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels;
5. Evidence of scholarly activity in the field of specialization;
6. High level of proficiency in Japanese and English;
7. Ability to work effectively and collegially with students faculty staff and administration.
Desirable qualifications
1. Ability to teach Introduction to Classical Japanese Japanese film and popular culture courses or advanced readings in Japanese literature courses
2. Teaching experience at a college level.
To Apply:
To apply click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the following required documents:
1. Cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
2. Current CV;
3. Names and contact information for three academic/professional references;
4. Student course evaluations if available;
5. Transcripts for highest degree (unofficial copies acceptable with the application; official transcripts required at time of hire).
Inquiries:
Dr. Andre Haag EALL Associate Chair;EEO Clery Act ADA
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