Part-time Lecturer in the Japanese Language Program

The Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a part-time Lecturer in the Japanese Language Program for the Spring 2027 semester.

Applicants for the position should demonstrate a primary focus on language education and have received at least a master’s degree in education, Japanese Language, Literature, Linguistics, or a related field. Native or near-native competency in the Japanese language and fluency in English are required. Preference will be given to applicants with significant teaching experience at all levels of Japanese language at post-secondary institutions in the United States. Knowledge of and experience in current trends in second/foreign language teaching methodologies and meaningful application of technologies in language instruction are highly desirable. Duties include teaching Japanese language classes (three classes (3CU) per semester) at any assigned levels, holding regular office hours, attending meetings of the Japanese Language Program, and working with the Director of the Language Program and East Asia faculty on curriculum development and program articulation.

Please submit: a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, and contact information for a minimum of two individuals who have agreed to provide a recommendation letter; a link to a video recording of a class, together with a description of the video and relevant materials. We also encourage the applicants to upload recent teaching evaluations including written comments, if available. The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania is committed to cultivating a vibrant community of students, scholars, researchers, and staff and to upholding the highest standards of academic excellence. The School and the Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations strive to create working and learning environments that foster intellectual growth and encourage meaningful connections within our Penn academic community and beyond.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.