Teaching Assistant Professor of German Language

Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Please see Special Instructions for more details. Please complete an online application and upload the following, clearly addressing the position requirements: 1. a current CV; 2. cover letter outlining how your background and experiences specifically match the qualifications; 3. a statement of teaching philosophy, including your vision for the future success of a German Studies program. Three letters of recommendation with complete titles and contact information for each reference should be sent by the referee to [email protected] with the subject line “German Teaching Assistant Professor: [your name]”. (With the exception of the three letters, all other components of an application must be submitted via the gwu.jobs website.) Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

Recruitment Plan I. RECRUITMENT PLAN Posting Number: F002675 Academic Title: Teaching Assistant Professor of German Language Rank: Teaching Assistant Professor Administrative Title: Discipline Humanities Specialty: Contract Type: Special Service, Renewable Appointment (initial appt period) - 08/01/27-05/31/30, Non-Tenure Track Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2027 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: The Department of Romance, German, and Slavic Studies at The George Washington University invites applications for one full-time renewable, non-tenure accruing, specialized appointment at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor of German language to begin as early as fall 2027 with an initial three-year appointment. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Will include but are not limited to teaching seven courses per year in German language and culture; and collaborating on the development, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or E.D. in German Studies or related field (area of specialization: open); at least three years’ experience teaching at the college level; native or near-native proficiency in both German and English; demonstrated teaching excellence across different levels and courses in German, as evidenced by evaluations, teaching assessments, letters of recommendation, etc. Advertised Salary: $75,000-80,000 Other Benefits: The successful candidate will be eligible for GW’s benefits programs including medical insurance. Available benefits can be reviewed at https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs Other Information: German at GW is a vibrant undergraduate program within a multilingual department of faculty engaged in dynamic and interdisciplinary teaching and research in languages and cultures. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, the department is enriched through partnerships with numerous local cultural institutions and embassies.

We support community-engaged learning opportunities at all levels of language instruction and partner with units across the university to offer a comprehensive and immersive learning environment for our students. Special Instructions to Applicants: Please complete an online application and upload the following, clearly addressing the position requirements: 1. a current CV; 2. cover letter outlining how your background and experiences specifically match the qualifications; 3. a statement of teaching philosophy, including your vision for the future success of a German Studies program. Three letters of recommendation with complete titles and contact information for each reference should be sent by the referee to [email protected] with the subject line “German Teaching Assistant Professor: [your name]”. (With the exception of the three letters, all other components of an application must be submitted via the gwu.jobs website.) Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

Department Link: https://rgss.columbian.gwu.edu/ Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Quick Link https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/129172 Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Teaching Interest Optional Documents Names and Contact Information for References Course Evaluations or Summaries Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have Ph.D. or E.D. in German Studies or related field Yes No * Do you have at least three years’ experience teaching at the college level? Yes No * Do you have native or near-native proficiency in both German and English?

Yes No * Can you demonstrate teaching excellence across different levels and courses in German, as evidenced by evaluations, teaching assessments, letters of recommendation, etc? Yes No Human Resource Management & Development 2013 H Street, NW, 3rd Floor Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-994-8500 Fax: 202-994-9680 Email: [email protected] Recognition_Toolkit Talent@GWLogin Privacy Notice Connect with us To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at . Any data not saved will be lost. Click 'OK' to keep your session active.