Visiting Assistant Professor of German
About The Position
The German Department at Bowdoin College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, two-year sabbatical replacement position (with possible extension for a third year). Appointment begins July 2017, pending final administrative approval. Research specialization is open in any area of post-1750 German-language literature and culture. Candidates who allow us to expand our curriculum in new directions are preferred. A strong commitment to teaching all levels of German language, literature, and culture and evidence of success as a teacher at the college level are essential. Native or near-native fluency in German and English expected. Load: Two preparations per semester. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels of the German language & culture sequence, upper-level seminar(s) in German, and large culture course(s) in English. Ph.D. preferred, advanced ABD considered. Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to submit a c.v., a letter of application, and the names and contact information for three references who will provide letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2016 and continue until the position is filled. A highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 31% students of color, 5% international students and approximately 15% first generation college students, Bowdoin College is committed to equality, is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs. For further information about the college please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu
Requirements
- Native or near-native fluency in German and English expected
- A strong commitment to teaching all levels of German language, literature, and culture
- Evidence of success as a teacher at the college level are essential
Nice To Haves
- Candidates who allow us to expand our curriculum in new directions are preferred.
- Ph.D. preferred, advanced ABD considered.
Responsibilities
- Teach courses at all levels of the German language & culture sequence
- Teach upper-level seminar(s) in German
- Teach large culture course(s) in English
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
