Lecturer, East Asian Languages and Cultures - Japanese

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia’s Department of East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, Japanese Language Program, invites applications for a Lecturer in Japanese Language on the Academic General Faculty, expected to begin August 10, 2027. We seek candidates who can teach Japanese courses at all levels. This is a three-year, tenure-ineligible appointment with the possibility but not the guarantee of renewal.

Requirements

• Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English.
• At least a master’s degree in a relevant field.

Nice To Haves

• MA or PhD in Japanese language pedagogy, applied linguistics, second language acquisition, or a related field by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in language teaching and program development.

Responsibilities

• Teaching six courses per year, three each during the spring and fall terms.
• Teaching three courses per semester.
• Contributing to the development of the Japanese program on Grounds and abroad.
• Active involvement in departmental service and student life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level