Japanese Language Lecturer: Culture & Business

Utah State University

Logan (AL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Utah State University in Logan, Utah invites applications for a Lecturer in Japanese. This teaching-centered position, located on the Logan campus, aims to attract an individual with excellence in language teaching and a strong commitment to student success.

The anticipated start date is August 1, 2027. The role is 90% teaching and 10% service, teaching undergraduate Japanese courses at multiple levels, plus content-based courses in Japanese, mentoring students, and helping to expand the program

Qualifications

MA in Japanese or related field with degree in hand by July 1, 2027.
Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese; strong English communication.
Experience teaching undergraduate Japanese courses in North American higher education.
Demonstrated excellence in Japanese language teaching.
Commitment to proficiency-oriented language teaching.

Responsibilities

Teach a range of undergraduate Japanese language courses at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels (12-13 credit hours/semester).
Teach content-based courses conducted in Japanese, including culture, business Japanese, literature or film.
Mentor and advise students inside and outside regular hours.
Contribute to continued development of the Japanese program.
Support exchange and collaborative relationships with partner institutions in Japan.
Help build industry connections and foster community-engaged learning.