Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese

Asian Studies Program, College of Charleston The Asian Studies Program at the College of Charleston invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese to begin August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will teach Japanese language at all levels as well as interdisciplinary courses in English related to Japanese culture, literature, history, or society. The selected applicant will serve as the Director of Japanese, with the expectation of active engagement in recruiting and advising students for the Japanese minor, program development and growth. We are looking for a colleague who is not only an excellent teacher but also an enthusiastic ambassador for Japanese language and culture across campus.

The position is benefits-eligible, and the salary is competitive. The teaching load is 3-4. Requirements for this position include a Ph.D. in the discipline and near-native proficiency in Japanese and English. Visiting opportunities at the College of Charleston are made on an annual basis, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and need.

To apply, please submit the following: (1) cover letter; (2) current CV; (3) contact information for 3 letters of recommendation. Initial interviews of selected applicants will be conducted via Zoom. Recommendation letters will be solicited after initial review. Apply here: Please direct inquiries to Dr.

Garrett Davidson, Director of the Asian Studies Program, at [email protected] . To learn more about the College of Charleston, visit https://charleston.edu and about the Asian Studies Program, visit https://charleston.edu/asian-studies/ Special Instructions to Applicants The successful candidate will teach Japanese language at all levels as well as interdisciplinary courses in English related to Japanese culture, literature, history, or society. The selected applicant will serve as the Director of Japanese, with the expectation of active engagement in recruiting and advising students for the Japanese minor, program development and growth. We are looking for a colleague who is not only an excellent teacher but also an enthusiastic ambassador for Japanese language and culture across campus.

Posting Date 11/05/2026 Closing Date 12/06/2026 Open Until Filled? Yes Posting Number F2026027P EEO Statement The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu . Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18772 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Chronicle of Higher Education CofC - Alumni Career Services College of Charleston Website Diverse: Issues in Higher Education Glassdoor Handshake HigherEdJobs Indeed.com Internal Job Posting jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness) Job Fair LinkedIn Monster.com Personal Referral Post and Courier Public Job Posting SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce) Twitter Word of mouth Other National Labor Exchange CareerBuilder SpouseWorks Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter / Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Reference List Optional Documents Email: [email protected] General Information: 843.953.5512 Mailing Address: 66 George St. Charleston, SC 29424 HR Office 160 Calhoun St. Lightsey Building B36 Charleston, SC 29424 Campus Maps ©2020 All Rights Reserved.

Privacy Policy 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.