"Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor of Japanese"

Japanese Language Visiting Assistant Professor / Instructor

Franklin & Marshall College invites applications for a visiting position in the Japanese language program beginning August 2026. Appointment is for nine months (August-May). This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. The field is open to Literature, Cultural Studies, or Linguistics. The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on qualifications. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate (or terminal degree) in Japanese language, literature, or a related field. Teaching experience required. Teaching load is 3/3 and will include the teaching of Japanese language courses at the beginning and intermediate levels, as well as Japanese culture courses taught in English. The successful candidate will be the sole instructor of Japanese in the department and should be capable of overseeing a small language program.

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio: (https://apply.interfolio.com/180333): a cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript(s)(unofficial copies are fine), teaching statement, teaching evaluations and/or observations, and names of two references (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within three weeks). Inquiries may be directed to Jennifer Redmann, Chair, Dept. of German, Russian, and East Asian Languages at jennifer.redmann@fandm.edu. For full consideration applications should be received by February 20, 2026.

Pursuant to cultivating an inclusive college community, the search committee will holistically assess the qualifications of each applicant. We will consider an individual’s record working with students and colleagues with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. We will also consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to academic success.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, sex, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any protected characteristic.

Individuals who need accommodation due to a disability in order to submit an application or to otherwise participate in the employment process should contact the department’s academic coordinator Shari Vegso at shari.vegso@fandm.edu. Franklin and Marshall College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment.