Assistant Professor of German Studies One- Term; Fall

Position: Assistant Professor of German Studies One-Year Term (Start Fall 2026)
The Department of German Studies invites applications for a 1-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal in any area of German Studies, beginning Fall 2026. Near-native fluency in German is required. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred;
Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests might include but are not limited to: 20th-21st century German-language literature, film, visual culture, theater, or other media; interdisciplinary connections to African Diaspora Studies, Jewish Studies, Gender and Women's studies, LGBTQ+ studies, (post) colonial studies, or a focus on other minoritized communities in the German-speaking world. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters.

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Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred;
Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.

In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by February 15, 2026.

To apply , candidates will need to upload the following materials:

* A letter of application

* Curriculum vitae

* Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)

* Names and email contact information for three professional references

* Writing Sample (article, seminar paper, book chapter, etc.) in English or German

Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor DANIEL REYNOLDS at [German Studies Search ] or .