Japan History — Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Wesleyan Local Food Co-Op; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Wellness programs and incentives

Generous paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Tuition programs for employees and dependents

Job summary

Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the history of Japan starting July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will teach survey courses on premodern and modern Japan and engage in student mentoring and faculty governance.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment. Applications completed by October 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. Interested applicants can apply via the Wesleyan application portal.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in history or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Some candidates may be hired as an Instructor if they do not have a Ph.D. at the time but will complete it within one year.

Responsibilities

• Teach survey courses on premodern and modern Japan.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Conduct research and participate in faculty governance.

Job description

Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the history of Japan starting July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will teach survey courses on premodern and modern Japan and engage in student mentoring and faculty governance.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand at the time of appointment. Applications completed by October 15, 2026, will receive full consideration. Interested applicants can apply via the Wesleyan application portal.