Adjunct - Japanese Language Instructor

Adjunct - Japanese Language Instructor

Villanova University invites applications for an adjunct teaching position in Japanese language for undergraduate courses only. We are looking for a drill instructor in our Beginner and Intermediate levels. The applicant must be committed to excellence in the teaching of Japanese.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal‑opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Teaching and related duties will vary with the specific course(s) being taught.

• Advanced degree in Japanese or a closely related discipline is required.
• Must have experience teaching Japanese at least up to intermediate level.
• The applicant must be committed to excellence in teaching.

• Previous teaching experience preferred—at least two years of post‑secondary teaching in a related field.
• In fall 2024, candidate must be available to teach drill sections of Beginner and Intermediate Japanese on Monday 8:30 am to 1:40 pm. The schedule may be restructured in subsequent semesters.

This adjunct position falls within the salary range of $1,160.00 – $2,230.00 per credit/contact hour. The final compensation will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s educational qualifications, course type (drill, lab, lecture), course level (undergraduate or graduate), and market benchmarks.

Applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.villanova.edu and include a current and complete resume/curriculum vitae and a cover letter or letter of interest. The cover letter should mention the courses you are interested in teaching, your expected availability, and contact information for three references.