Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor of Japanese

Location: City of Poughkeepsie

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* * Chinese and Japanese Vassar College is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Decisions concerning employment are made on the basis of an individual’s qualifications to contribute to meeting Vassar College’s educational objectives and its institutional needs, which includes promoting a respect for difference and creating a learning environment where students from all backgrounds can thrive.

Candidates who can contribute to these goals through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact careers
** Job Description
****** Position Introduction:
**** The Chinese and Japanese Department invites applications for a one year Visiting Assistant Professor or Instructor of Japanese to begin in August 2026.
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* Job Description:

**** The successful candidate will teach five courses at the elementary, intermediate, and advanced  levels. In addition to teaching, service activities within the department, such as cultural events and meetings, are expected.  An MA in Japanese or a related field and experience teaching Japanese language are required.
**** Application Materials:
***** Cover Letter & CV
* Teaching Statement
* Contact information for three references. Candidates will be prompted for these at a later stage, following the submission of the application.
* Other:
Copies of Syllabi
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* How to Apply:

**** Applications should be addressed to Hiromi Dollase, and submitted online at: . Please contact Hiromi Dollase at hidollase with any questions. Review of applicant materials will begin on February 20, 2026,and will continue until the position has been filled. There is no guarantee that applications received after February 20, 2026, will be reviewed.
** Pay Transparency Disclosure:
** The annual base starting salary range for this position is $89,000 to $93,000 (USD). When extending an offer of employment, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) candidate’s education/training, work experience, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. This salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.

Vassar College is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Decisions concerning employment are made on the basis of an individual’s qualifications to contribute to meeting Vassar College’s educational objectives and its institutional needs, which includes promoting a respect for difference and creating a learning environment where students from all backgrounds can thrive.

Candidates who can contribute to these goals through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact careers

Vassar is a highly selective, coeducational liberal arts college of about 2400 undergraduate students, located in the Hudson Valley, seventy-five miles north of New York City. Vassar stands upon the . The College is located in Poughkeepsie, home to a culturally diverse community, and benefits from convenient commuter rail access to New York City. Vassar faculty are committed teachers/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, and studios and in individually-mentored projects.

They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on college-wide and departmental committees. The College maintains a generous leave policy, provides strong support for research, and encourages multidisciplinary approaches to teaching.
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