The Department of East Asian Languages, Literatures and Cultures at the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time, Lecturer position in Japanese language with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2020.

We seek a strong language instructor with native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English, Japanese language teaching experience, and a Master’s degree or higher in one of the following: Japanese linguistics, applied linguistics, second/foreign language acquisition, or a related field.  Preference will be given to applicants who have significant experience teaching various levels of the Japanese language at the university level in the United States; developing curricula using innovative pedagogical methods and/or community engagement; and working with ACTFL guidelines. Responsibilities include teaching three courses per semester, contributing to the development of the Japanese language program, and active involvement in departmental service.

This is a three-year, tenure-ineligible appointment with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

To apply:

Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs: search for posting #R0012153 (or through Workday for internal applicants), complete the application, and attach the following:

 (1) cover letter that includes:

• a brief statement of your credentials,
• relevant past experience,
• reason for applying;
• demonstrated past experience working on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and/or working with diverse populations.

(2) current CV

(3) statement of teaching philosophy;

(4) sample syllabi for at least two different levels of language instruction;

(5) dossier of previous teaching evaluations;

(6) 1 unedited video of classroom language teaching; and

(7) contact information for three professional references.

***Please note that all required documents must be uploaded in the “resume” box.***

***Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration.***

Review of applications will begin December 20, 2019 and, the search will remain open until filled.

Questions about this position should be directed to Tomoko Marshall at tm5x@virginia.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to: Nicole Robinson, Faculty Search Advisor at nr7f@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

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