Visiting Assistant Professor - German

University Of Nebraska Omaha; Omaha, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Omaha invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) in German for an 18-month appointment beginning January 4, 2027. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester across all levels of the German curriculum and participate in department activities.

Experience teaching German at multiple levels, a focus on student retention, and expertise in technology-enhanced instruction for in-person and online delivery are essential.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native German language proficiency and a PhD or ABD status in German Studies, German literature, German linguistics, or related disciplines.
• Ability to teach a wide range of German language and culture courses and online/in-person formats.
• Commitment to student retention and active participation in department activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester (eight per academic year) across all levels of the German curriculum.
• Engage in department activities, including the German program’s Stammtisch.
• Provide effective in-person and online instruction and support.

Skills

German language proficiency

Education

PhD or ABD in German Studies

Job description

Essential Functions

The University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor ( VAP ) in German for an 18-month appointment to begin January 4, 2027. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester (eight courses per academic year) at all levels of the German curriculum. The specialization is open; however, candidates should be a capable of teaching a wide variety of German language and culture courses. This position is not renewable.

Significant experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching German at multiple levels, a focus on student retention, and expertise in the integration of technology in the classroom, especially in teaching both in-person and online modes, are essential. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and supportive participant in department activities, especially the German program’s weekly Stammtisch.

The University of Nebraska Omaha is a Doctoral/Research institution with over 15,000 students. The German program, housed in the Department of World Languages and Literature offers an undergraduate BA.

The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.

Department World Languages and Literature

Work Schedule

Work Schedule M-F; Occasionally the department hosts events on weekends, such as conferences and workshops. At times, classes are offered in the evening (after 4:30 pm)

Required Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Native or near-native German language proficiency and a PhD or ABD status in German Studies, German literature, German linguistics, or related disciplines. ABD candidates should preferably have a defense date scheduled.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

Salary Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Posting Number

Posting Number 2026F-00152

Open Until Filled Yes

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