Assistant Professor, Chinese (TE)

University of Arizona • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The Department of East Asian Studies in the School of International Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SILLC) at the University of Arizona invites applications for an in-person tenure-eligible position at the beginning of the fall semester in August 2026, at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position will serve as the Chinese Language Program Director. A Ph.D. in hand at time of appointment is required in applied linguistics, second language acquisition, Chinese language pedagogy, East Asian Studies, or a closely related field. We are especially interested in someone with both a scholarly and practical background who will bring a new dimension and expertise to our Chinese language program, as well as help us recruit and increase our number of undergraduate East Asian Studies (Chinese) majors. The new hire will also have the ability to work effectively with the Department Head, faculty, staff, and students.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in applied linguistics, second language acquisition, Chinese language pedagogy, East Asian Studies or a closely related field in hand at time of appointment.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching collegiate Chinese language courses at all levels and in all modalities.
• Evidence or promise of scholarly achievement aligned with the expectations of a Research 1 university.
• Demonstrated experience or interest in innovative Chinese language curriculum development, course design, and program management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directing or co-coordinating a Chinese language program.
• Evidence with developing or expanding existing study abroad initiatives (Taipei, Hangzhou/Shanghai).
• Successful experience with grant application or grant funded centers or programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chinese language courses at all levels and in all modalities (in person, hybrid, online).
• Supervise the Chinese Language Program, including in-person and online courses.
• Teach general education courses and upper-level and graduate seminars in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Maintain an active research agenda and record of publication.
• Contribute to existing and new grant projects related to Chinese language education.
• Recruit undergraduate Chinese/East Asian Studies majors and graduate students.
• Participate in departmental and college-wide activities such as East Asian Studies Festival, Meet Your Major Fair, Study Abroad Fair, Language Fair, Commencement, and the Tucson Humanities Festival.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Sick leave and holidays.
• UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members.
• Retirement plans.
• Access to UA recreation and cultural activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees