"Assistant Professor of Japanese One-Year Term (Start Fall 2026)"

GRINNELL COLLEGE. The Department of Chinese and Japanese invites applications for a 1-year term contract in Japanese with the possibility of renewal appointment beginning Fall 2026. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests might include, but are not limited to: Japanese literature, Japanese film and media, linguistics, and Japanese pedagogy and second-language acquisition. Term contract renewals are subject to departmental and college priorities and budget availability.

Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by January 20, 2026. Please visit our application website at https://apply.interfolio.com/11893/positions to find more details about the job and submit applications online.

To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials:

• A letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Names and email contact information for three professional references

Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Mariko Schimmel, at JapaneseSearch@grinnell.edu or 641-269-3070.