The Institute of Sinology at the University of Freiburg announces a Junior Professorship for China Studies/Contemporary China. A focus on either Chinese politics, economics, society, law, culture or literature is welcome. A very good command of Chinese and English as well as basic knowledge of German is required.

Application deadline: 17 May 2023

Details (in German) can be found here: https://uni-freiburg.de/universitaet/jobs/00002935/

Posted by: Lena Henningsen <Lena.Henningsen@sinologie.uni-freiburg.de>

The University of Zurich invites applications for a professorship in Chinese studies with a concen­tration on modern China (open rank).

https://www.aoi.uzh.ch/de/institut/stellenangebote/Professur-f%c3%bcr-Sinologie.html

The position should be filled as soon as possible. Depending on the qualifications of the appointee, the professorship will take the form of a tenured full or associate professorship, or an assistant professor­ship with tenure track.

The focus of the chair to be filled lies on the Chinese-speaking world, in particular the People’s Republic of China and its rapidly growing international importance as a cultural, political and economic actor. Based on a high competence in original language sources, the appointee is expected to be capable of integrating cultural and social science aspects of contemporary Chinese studies into their research and teaching.

A PhD in Sinology/Chinese Studies completed at the time of application, or in a social science discipline, as long as equivalent China competencies can be proven, is required. Excellent skills in Modern Man­darin, as well as outstanding, internationally recognized research publications are a prerequisite. Rele­vant teaching experience, a track record in the acquisition of third-party funding, and academic admin­istration skills are expected. Applicants are also required to show a pronounced readiness for scholarly cooperation in contexts of transdisciplinary research and teaching, both within the University of Zurich and with national and international partners, and a willingness to engage with civil society. The future incumbent is expected to teach courses in German and English within three years of starting the posi­tion. The University of Zurich aims to increase the proportion of women and diversity in research and teaching, and thus explicitly invites applications from suitably qualified individuals.

The closing date for applications is 10 May 2023. Details on the application procedure are available on the web page of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences of the UZH. For further information, please contact Prof. Wolfgang Behr .

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures and the East Asian Studies Center in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, invite applications for a full-time teaching-track faculty position in East Asian cultural studies, with a preferred focus on China and its interregional connections.

We welcome applications from candidates working in any period or discipline related to the study of China and its interregional connections. The successful applicant will teach five courses per year, including two large general education courses for the East Asian Studies Center (EASC 150gp East Asian Societies and EASC 160mgp China and the World) and three upper-division undergraduate courses in East Asian Languages and Cultures. The new hire is also expected to serve on thesis committees of students enrolled in the East Asian Area Studies M.A. program. The position will begin August 2023 and is renewable after the initial three-year term.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant area by the start of the appointment, and must demonstrate research and teaching excellence in the relevant areas. In order to be considered for this position, all candidates must apply via the “Apply” link at the top or bottom of this page.  The application must include: a curriculum vitae, a cover letter that includes a statement of teaching interests, one writing sample (either a published journal article or a dissertation chapter), recent teaching evaluations, and the names of three individuals who will be contacted by USC for a letter of reference. At least two of the referees should speak to teaching abilities. Review of applications is to begin on May 1, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. Questions can be addressed to ealcsearch@dornsife.usc.edu.​ Continue reading →

The Department of World Languages and Literatures at Boston University invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in premodern Chinese Literature before 1911, to begin July 1, 2023. A Ph.D. in Chinese Literature, Comparative Literature, or a related field must be completed by the time of employment. We are interested in candidates with a strong foundation in classical Chinese literature and Literary Sinitic and innovative approaches to critical Asian humanities, including but not limited to intellectual history, gender/sexuality studies, material culture, translation, visual arts, popular culture, literary theory, and comparative literature. At Boston University, the successful candidate will join a vibrant faculty community in East Asian literature, comparative literature, and interdisciplinary Asian studies. We expect a publishing record, significant teaching experience, and a willingness to participate actively in student advising. We are excited about assisting rising scholars in their growth as researchers and educators, and in turn look forward to having a scholar on campus who is eager to actively engage with and contribute to the events and intellectual life of the department. The successful candidate will teach an undergraduate survey course, “Masterpieces of Premodern Chinese Literature,” as well as three additional electives in their areas of specialization. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, sample of scholarly writing, sample course syllabi (including “Masterpieces of Premodern Chinese Literature”), and three references via this https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24358. Preference will be given to applications received before March 24, 2023. Continue reading →

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chinese

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Lehigh University invites applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor for the academic year 2023-2024. We seek candidates to teach 12 credits each semester in modern Chinese language across all levels, including an upper-level course in the candidate’s field of specialization.

Qualifications

Candidates who are ABD will be considered, though a PhD in Chinese Studies or a related field should be in hand by the beginning of the fall semester. Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in Chinese and English. Those with college teaching experience are preferred.

Application instructions

Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a graduate transcript to Thomas Chen at thc316@lehigh.edu. For full consideration, applications should be received by March 31, 2023. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Continue reading →

POSITION: William & Mary, 2-year Visiting Assistant Professor

The Harrison Ruffin Tyler Department of History and the Department of Modern Languages & Literatures at William & Mary invite applications for a two-year, non-tenure-track visiting position in modern Chinese history and culture (field open) to begin August 10, 2023.

The successful applicant is expected to be an effective teacher and will have a 3-3 teaching load. Each semester two courses will be in History and one course will be in Chinese Studies for Modern Languages & Literatures. These courses include a survey of East Asian history since 1600, freshman seminars in the faculty member’s area of expertise, and upper-division courses in modern Chinese history, literature, and film taught in English.

Full posting here: https://jobs.wm.edu/postings/52293

Posted by: Emily Wilcox eewilcox@wm.edu

The Chinese program in the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one year visiting position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2023. We seek candidates to teach upper-level Chinese courses and non-language course(s) in the candidate’s specialty. Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to our college’s interdisciplinary program in Cinema and Media Studies. The teaching load for this position is five courses (four Chinese language courses and one non-language course).

We seek candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations. Candidates with ABD will be considered, although candidates with a Ph. D. are preferred.Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College’s goal of building a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit a cover letter, c.v., teaching philosophy, a teaching demo video, and three recommendations via interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/118715. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Masaaki Kamiya, Search Committee Chair, at mkamiya@hamilton.edu. Our review of applications will begin on March 1st, 2023.

Hamilton (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in upstate New York. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find other Hamilton and nearby academic job listings at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-upstate-new-york/, as well as additional information at https://www.hamilton.edu/dof/faculty-development/resources-for-prospective-or-new-faculty/opportunities-for-spouses-or-partners (Opportunities for Spouses or Partners). Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.

Chongqing University Positions

The Department of Chinese Language and Literature at Chongqing University invites applications for tenure-track positions at the ranks of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. The recruitment of Professors is open all year round and will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants for Assistant and Associate Professors should specialize in the following areas:

Literary Theory: applicants should work on foundational aspects of literary theory, such as Marxist literary theory, literary psychology, narratology, stylistics, the sociology of literature, the history of literary and artistic ideas, etc. We are especially interested in candidates who work across Western and Chinese literary theoretical traditions.

Modern Chinese Literature: we seek applicants specializing in Chinese literature of the 1940s and 50s, focusing on topics including but not limited to the people’s literature and art, important writers, literary movements, literary paradigm shifts, Chinese literature in a global context, etc. Candidates with expertise in literary criticism will be preferred. Continue reading →

(1) The Chinese program in the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one year visiting position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2023. We seek candidates to teach upper-level Chinese courses and non-language course(s) in the candidate’s specialty. Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to our college’s interdisciplinary program in Cinema and Media Studies. The teaching load for this position is five courses (four Chinese language courses and one non-language course).

We seek candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations. Candidates with ABD will be considered, although candidates with a Ph. D. are preferred.Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College’s goal of building a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, c.v., teaching philosophy, a teaching demo video, and three recommendations via interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/118715. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Masaaki Kamiya, Search Committee Chair, at mkamiya@hamilton.edu. Our review of applications will begin on March 1st, 2023. Continue reading →

Lecturer in Modern Chinese Literature and Cinema

The Department of Asian Studies at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver campus) is accepting applications for the position of Lecturer in Modern Chinese Literature and Cinema, commencing July 1, 2023.

A full-time Lecturer in the Faculty of Arts is responsible for 24 teaching credits (i.e., eight 3-credit courses) annually, typically with a 3/3 load in the Winter sessions and 2 courses or one intensive 6-credit course in one of the Summer sessions. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in modern Chinese literature, culture, and cinema, primarily in English (ASIA-prefix content-based courses), and in Chinese (CHIN-prefix advanced language courses) as needed. The workload for this position also includes service assignments.

This is a full-time position, which entails a probationary first year. Lecturer positions are non-tenure track appointments, renewable for successive terms, subject to availability of funds and demonstration of excellence in teaching and service, in accordance with the Collective Agreement between UBC and the UBC Faculty Association.

Requirements include: A PhD in Chinese Literature, Chinese Cinema, or a related field (ABD candidates must expect to have successfully defended the dissertation before July 1, 2023); full professional fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English; extensive teaching experience in related fields at the college/university level in North America; and commitment to teamwork and service. Desireable qualifications include demonstrated interest and experience in technology-based instruction and curriculum development. Continue reading →

NYU Shanghai – Director of Chinese Language position

NYU Shanghai invites applications for the position of Director of Chinese Language. This primarily administrative position has responsibility for overseeing the continuous development of the Chinese language program, with particular attention to curricular development, course assessment, instructional design, pedagogical training, and recruitment of relevant faculty. The Director may also be asked to teach up to two courses per academic year under the auspices of the Global China Studies academic area.

We seek candidates who have completed a Ph.D. or Ed.D in Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition, Chinese Language and Literature, or other closely related disciplines. We prefer candidates with at least six years of Chinese language teaching experience to English-speaking students at the college level. We are especially looking for someone who has prior experience in program development, professional training, and can bring consistent scaffolding to especially third-year Chinese and beyond as well as coherence to each of the levels.

The Chinese language program at NYU Shanghai currently has twenty-two full-time instructors, who offer eighty language courses to approximately six hundred students annually. Uniquely situated in the heart of Shanghai, it is embedded in an immersive language learning environment with community engagement, field trips, and summer study-away programs. One half of the undergraduate student body of 2000 students is Chinese and one half comes from the rest of the world; all students who are not native speakers of Chinese are required to take at least two years of Chinese language study. Many seek to continue beyond that minimum requirement. Continue reading →