Assistant Lecturer of Japanese

The Department of Modern Languages & Classics has a full-time Assistant Lecturer of Japanese contract faculty position available for the 2022-2023 academic year. The teaching load is 12 credit hours in three or four language classes in Japanese each semester. The primary emphasis for contract faculty is excellence in language teaching.

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Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching- Teaching load is 12 credit hours in three or four language classes in Japanese each semester. Teaching assignment will generally include introductory as well as intermediate level courses. Service – Demonstrate willingness to participate in departmental activities. Perform other duties as assigned by the department chairperson.

Salary Range: $42,00-$46,000

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher in Japanese or appropriate related field from an accredited institution. Native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Japanese or appropriate related field from an accredited institution.
Evidence of successful Japanese language teaching at the college level. Strong commitment to teaching Japanese to undergraduates.

Apply online at: https://bsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/30423. Include the following documents with your application: curriculum vitae and cover letter addressed to Jennifer Rathbun. In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earner is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through May 4, 2022.

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