Assistant Teaching Professor Of Japanese Language

Assistant Teaching Professor of Japanese Language

Job ID: R0000001898

Employer: Bucknell University

Position Type: Full time

Location: Bucknell University, Pennsylvania, United States

Categories: Faculty Exempt

Job Duties

The Bucknell University Department of East Asian Studies invites applications for a three-year renewable position as an Assistant Teaching Professor of Japanese language to begin in the 2026-27 academic year. Teaching responsibilities include three language courses each term for a total of six in the academic year. Specific courses offered will depend upon departmental needs.

MA, ABD, or Ph.D. required. Teaching experience and the ability to offer courses beyond Japanese language highly favored. Candidates must be able to speak English effectively and have native or near-native command of Japanese, with standard pronunciation.

To apply, please submit cover letter; C.V.; teaching evaluations (if available); and names and contact information for three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation, at least one of which must speak specifically about language teaching. All materials should be combined into one PDF, and submitted to careers.bucknell.edu. E-mail submissions will not be considered; however, specific questions about the search may be directed to Erik R. Lofgren, Chair, East Asian Studies Department at elofgren@bucknell.edu.

Review of applications will begin October 31, 2025, and continue until the position has been filled.

To apply, visit https://bucknell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Bucknell-University/Assistant-Teaching-Professor-of-Japanese-Language_R0000001898.

Benefits

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card