Assistant Professor of Japanese, Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures (R0008117) at InsideHigherEd

WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY. The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Japanese, effective July 1, 2026.

Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in Japanese linguistics, pedagogy, or a related field is required for the position; ABD candidates are invited to apply. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach Japanese language courses across all levels, initiate and sustain original research and scholarship in linguistics and language acquisition, and contribute to an academic environment that fosters learning and growth for all its stakeholders. A strong grounding in proficiency-oriented teaching, a commitment to creating an inclusive classroom environment, and a command of instructional technology are also preferred qualities.

Position Summary: This individual is expected to teach Japanese language courses, including Professional Japanese, and may develop topic courses taught in English  at the undergraduate level; engage in scholarly activities; and participate in departmental, College, and University service.

About Wake Forest University: Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. With more than 5,400 undergraduates and 3,800 graduate and professional students, Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant, intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities, and a strong athletics program competing in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC). Since its founding, the University has adopted the motto Pro Humanitate, which is exemplified by a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world. For more information, visit: about.wfu.edu.

Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a beautiful, mid-sized city centrally in the Piedmont-Triad region of North Carolina. To learn more about Winston-Salem, visit: www.visitwinstonsalem.com.

Application Instructions: The following materials should be submitted: letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research/scholarly inquiry, a writing sample of scholarship, a statement on teaching philosophy and pedagogy, two sample syllabi, a list of three professional references, and a link to a 20-30 min video teaching demonstration at the elementary, intermediate or advanced level. A second video at a different level is welcome but not required. Applications that include all required information and are submitted on or before November 15, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/16449/positions. Inquiries should be directed to Prof. Andy Rodekohr, Chair of the Search Committee, at [email protected] or to Wake Forest University Human Resources at [email protected]. Wake Forest University conducts background checks for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all
qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and
expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran
status.  

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