Japanese Language Lecturer - Culture & Mentorship

Utah State University; Logan (UT); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Utah State University invites applications for a Lecturer in Japanese on the Logan, Utah campus. The role emphasizes teaching excellence, serving as a key contributor to the World Languages & Cultures program, and supporting student success.

Start date anticipated August 1, 2027. The position is teaching-centered (90% teaching, 10% service) with responsibilities across introductory to advanced Japanese courses, mentoring, and program development.

Competenze

• Experience teaching undergraduate Japanese courses in North American higher education contexts.
• Commitment to proficiency-oriented language teaching.
• Effective English communication skills.

Mansioni

• Teach undergraduate Japanese courses at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels (typical load 12–13 credits/semester).
• Teach content-based courses conducted in Japanese, including Japanese culture, business Japanese, literature or film.
• Mentor and advise students inside and outside regular teaching hours.
• Contribute to continued development of the Japanese program.
• Support and foster exchange and collaborative relationships with partner institutions in Japan.
• Help build industry connections and community-engaged learning opportunities.
• Participate in professional development opportunities through USU ETE-Center for Empowering Teaching Excellence.
• Assist in recruiting, retention, and alumni communication for the Japanese and World Languages & Cultures programs.
• Participate in service activities across department and university.

Conoscenze

Teaching experience

English communication

Formazione

MA in Japanese

Descrizione del lavoro

Utah State University invites applications for a Lecturer in Japanese on the Logan, Utah campus. The role emphasizes teaching excellence, serving as a key contributor to the World Languages & Cultures program, and supporting student success.

Start date anticipated August 1, 2027. The position is teaching-centered (90% teaching, 10% service) with responsibilities across introductory to advanced Japanese courses, mentoring, and program development.