Visiting Professor of German Studies

Visiting Professor in German Studies

The Department of German Studies is seeking a Visiting Professor in German Studies beginning September 1 2026. The successful candidate will teach intermediate and advanced German language classes as well as first-year seminars in English. The department is committed to cultivating a curriculum that reflects the diversity of contemporary German society and is inclusive and welcoming to all students. This is a one-year position. The teaching load is 3-2.

Minimum qualifications:Ph.D. in German Studies or related field in hand by the time of appointment to be hired as a Visiting Assistant Professor; a successful candidate may be hired as anInstructorif the candidate does not have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment.

Work Location:In-person on the campus of Wesleyan University

To apply:For full consideration pleasesubmita cover letter curriculum vitae the email addresses of three references from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation and a teaching portfolio including a statement of teaching philosophy and statistical summaries of teaching evaluations.

Applicationssubmittedby March 10 2025 will receive full consideration. Please contact Marie McKennaif you have questions about the application process. Please apply at: University located in Middletown Connecticut does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed age gender gender identity or expression national origin marital status ancestry present or past history of mental disorder learning disability or physical disability political belief veteran status sexual orientation genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from all qualifiedpersons. All offers are contingent on the candidates completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

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