Japanese - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

Japanese - Part-Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part-Time Lecturer pool in Japanese to teach undergraduate courses in Japanese language, culture, literature, linguistics and/or film (beginners to advanced learners).

Areas of Specialization

We are seeking highly motivated, well-organized individuals to teach in at least two of the following subject areas:

• Japanese Language, Introductory to Advanced
• Japanese Culture, Intermediate to Advanced
• Japanese Literature, Intermediate to Advanced
• Japanese Linguistics, Intermediate to Advanced

This is a pool of part-time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available.

Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold at least a master's degree in Japanese, Asian Studies, or a related field and possess native-like fluency in Japanese to teach lower-division (100- and 200-level) courses, must be at least a Ph.D. candidate (ABD) in Japanese, Asian Studies, or a related field and possess native-like fluency in Japanese in order to teach 300-level courses, and must hold a Ph.D. in Japanese, Asian Studies, or a related field and possess native-like fluency in Japanese in order to teach 400-level courses.

Candidates should demonstrate their ability to interact and work effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students, including first-generation college students.

This position requires the legal right to work in the United States of America. California State University, Fullerton cannot sponsor part-time faculty for work visas or permanent residence.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching

Preference will also be given to those with experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience and those who bring professional capabilities.

How To Apply

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials:

• Cover letter which includes a statement of which courses the candidate is qualified to teach
• CV
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Summary of teaching evaluations (if available)
• Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words):
  This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.
• Documentation of teaching effectiveness (if available)
• Sample course syllabi (if available)
• Undergraduate and graduate academic transcripts (unofficial copies accepted until appointment)

Applications will be reviewed as needed. Please direct all questions about the position to Dr. Satoko Kakihara, Japanese Program Coordinator, at skakihara

About The College And The Department

The mission of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at California State University, Fullerton is to educate students to be culturally, globally, socially, historically and environmentally astute, civically responsible alumni able to navigate an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences' departments and programs offer students the breadth of a traditional liberal arts education in the humanities and social sciences while preparing them for a wide range of professions, for graduate school, and for advanced professional study in fields such as law, education, public administration, clinical psychology, and business. Students who graduate with a degree from H&SS are assured of having depth of understanding in their…