Professor of Japanese; Assistant/Associate
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Language Teacher
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Job Title:
Professor of Japanese (Assistant/Associate/Full)
Job Family:
Furman Faculty
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time
Pay Type:
Salary
Department:
Asian Studies
Job Summary:
The Department of Asian Studies at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant, associate, or professor of Japanese to begin August 2027.
The position consists primarily in teaching Japanese language, and candidates must demonstrate significant experience, excellence, and enthusiasm in Japanese language instruction. We seek applicants with expertise in the fields of Japanese culture and society, including but not limited to film or performing arts, literature, gender and sexuality, or race and ethnicity. Candidates who also possess training in language pedagogical methods are especially encouraged to apply.
Teaching load is five courses per year, which will include language classes at all levels. Responsibilities also include developing courses in the candidate’s area of specialty, coordinating study abroad; involvement in co-curricular activities; teaching first-year seminars; pursuing an active research agenda; advising and mentoring; and university service.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Japanese or a related field expected by Aug 1, 2027. Native language proficiency or near-native language proficiency in Japanese and English is required. Candidates must demonstrate both excellence in teaching and scholarly potential.
Job Description:
The Department of Asian Studies at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant, associate, or professor of Japanese to begin August 2027.
The successful candidate will join one of the largest Asian Studies departments among liberal arts undergraduate institutions, with a vibrant, interdisciplinary program and a strong commitment to engaged learning. The position consists primarily in teaching Japanese language, and candidates must demonstrate significant experience, excellence, and enthusiasm in Japanese language instruction. We seek applicants with expertise in the fields of Japanese culture and society, including but not limited to film or performing arts, literature, gender and sexuality, or race and ethnicity.
Candidates who also possess training in language pedagogical methods are especially encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will become an integral part of the Japanese language program ching load is five courses per year, which will include language classes at all levels. Responsibilities also include developing courses in the candidate’s area of specialty, coordinating study abroad; involvement in co-curricular activities; teaching first-year seminars; pursuing an active research agenda; advising and mentoring; and university service.
Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Japanese or a related field expected by Aug 1, 2027. Native language proficiency or near-native language proficiency in Japanese and English is required. Candidates must demonstrate both excellence in teaching and scholarly potential. Successful candidates will also show the potential to be dedicated contributors to The Furman Advantage (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) and to promoting a diverse and inclusive teaching environment.
The position offers competitive salary and benefits.
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