Teaching Assistant Professor in Japan Studies

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a Teaching Assistant Professor in Japan Studies for a one-year, non-tenure-track position. The role involves teaching, leading the UT Japan Center, and engaging in scholarly research. Applicants should have advanced degrees in relevant fields and strong proficiency in Japanese and English, with an emphasis on research and teaching excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
• Demonstrated excellence in research and formal teaching experience.
• Experience in Japanese-language teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach two courses per semester in Japan Studies.
• Manage the newly established UT Japan Center's activities.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Scholarly Research Excellence

Japanese Proficiency

English Proficiency

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Japan Studies or related fields

Job description

Teaching Assistant Professor in Japan Studies

Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
May 16, 2025
Description:

The Department of World Languages and Cultures (WLC) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), invites applications for a non-tenure-track position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor in Japan Studies. This is a one-year appointment, renewable contingent upon performance and funding,to beginFall 2025.

This innovative position combines academic instruction with scholarly expertise and research-based service. The selected candidate will:

Teach two courses per semester in Japan Studies(flexible teaching modality for Fall 2025)

Lead as Program Manager for the newly established UT Japan Center by working with the Center Directors to support strategic initiatives; coordinating conferences, workshops, and other events; managing student/faculty programs (internships, scholarships, faculty travel to Japan); and exploring grants/funding opportunities.

Qualifications:

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Japan Studies or related fields by time of appointment (candidates with Ph.D. will be appointed as Teaching Assistant Professor; those with Master's will be appointed as Lecturer)

Demonstrated excellence in scholarly research

Significant formal training and teaching experience

Native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English

Experience in Japanese-language teaching preferred

Background in engagement with industry, government agencies, and/or public outreach preferred

Application Instructions:

Candidates should apply through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/167937. Please submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing your interest in the position and research and teaching experience, evidence of past teaching ability/experience (such as syllabi or evaluations), and the names and email addresses of three references. Review of applications will begin on June 10, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

All inquiries should be directed to Dr. Noriko Horiguchi, Search Committee Chair, Department of World Languages and Cultures, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996 ([e-mail]).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university.Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 [e-mail][phone]. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ.Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or [phone] [e-mail].