Mellon Assistant Professor of Modern Japanese History
About The Position
The Department of Asian Studies at Vanderbilt University seeks a Mellon Assistant Professor in Modern Japanese history starting Fall 2027. This non-tenure-track position is for a three-year term with a 2-2 teaching load. We invite candidates who situate the history of modern Japan, 19th-21st centuries, within a regional and/or global framework (such as colonialism and empire, scientific, technological, or cultural exchange, and immigration and diaspora). We also seek candidates whose teaching can span introductory surveys of premodern and modern Japan as well as advanced thematic courses in areas of specialization and student interest. This position will also support the Arts & Science Core curriculum.
Requirements
- Completed Ph.D. in a relevant field no longer than four years prior to the appointment date of August 16, 2027
- Completed all requirements for a Ph.D. before August 1, 2027, in Asian Studies, history, or another related field
- Evidence of effective teaching
Responsibilities
- Teaching a 2-2 load
- Supporting the Arts & Science Core curriculum
- Advising students
- Managing departmental and program extracurricular activities
- Contributing to programming
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
