Wesleyan University’s College of East Asian Studies invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Modern Chinese Literature and Language, for a one-year term (1 July 2015 – 30 June 2016). Candidates will need to demonstrate evidence of native or near-native ability in both Chinese and English. Teaching responsibilities include five courses (3-2): three literature/culture courses and two semesters of third-year Chinese. One of the literature/culture courses will be a broad East Asian Civilization course. Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching. The College of East Asian Studies is a three-year, interdisciplinary major program that offers its students and faculty extensive opportunities for interaction in East Asian languages. It is expected that the appointee will be a participant in the College’s activities. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in hand or near completion. Submit letter of application, c.v., email addresses of three referees from whom we may obtain confidential letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a one-page thesis abstract, at http://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/4729. Applications received by 2 March 2015 are guaranteed full consideration. Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator: Antonio Farias, Chief Diversity Officer, 860-685-4771.