University of California, Davis
The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures (EALC) at the University of California, Davis, invites applications for the position of Lecturer of Japanese for the 2024-25 academic year. Primary duties are to teach six to eight modern Japanese language courses at various levels as assigned. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A reasonable estimate for this position is $66,259 – $72,404. This appointment is renewable contingent on departmental teaching needs.
Requirements include: an MA or above in second-language pedagogy, Japanese linguistics, or another relevant field; native or near-native proficiency in Japanese and English; and a demonstrable record of excellence in language teaching. The department will give preference to candidates with college teaching experience in the U.S., good knowledge of current developments in second language pedagogy, strong skills in written Japanese and the ability to apply modern technology to classroom teaching.
Complete applications should include: 1) a cover letter stating your qualifications, teaching philosophy and career plan, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) names and contact information of two references 4) video samples of classroom teaching. Upload the application materials to https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06529https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06529 by July 8, 2024. Position will remain open until filled.
The University of California, Davis, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
