Positions Available

Japanese Literature and Culture -- Open Rank, for Fall Term 2010

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures of the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a rank open position for its Japanese literature and culture program, pending budgetary approval. The appointment will begin on August 30, 2010 or another date agreeable to the candidate and the University. The successful candidate will be a specialist in either pre-modern/classical Japanese literature or modern Japanese literature, with teaching and research interests in such areas as performing or visual arts across cultures or disciplines. Responsibilities will include teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, mentoring students, and working with other Asia specialists on campus. The candidate must exhibit leadership and vision, possess an excellent record of research, teaching, and service, and have an energetic and engaging personality for propelling the program to the next level of excellence.

The University of Pittsburgh is one of the prestigious Title VI East Asian National Resource Centers in the United States and has dedicated substantial resources to international studies. The East Asian Library is one of the best in the nation, and there are superlative research facilities, as well as generous funds for research and teaching.

Applicants should send a letter of application, CV, samples of scholarly work, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., student teaching evaluations), and three reference letters to Japanese Literature Search Committee, 702 OEH, University of Pittsburgh PA 15260. For more information, contact Paula Locante, tel. (412) 624-5568, or email plocante@pitt.edu. In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 6, 2009, for a fall 2010 appointment.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups underrepresented in academia are especially encouraged to apply.

Chinese Language Program -- possible vacancy for PART-TIME instructors for Fall Term 2009 (2101).

Please contact Professor Hiroshi Nara at 412-624-5568 or hnara@pitt.edu

Japnese Language Program -- possible vacancy for PART-TIME instructors for Fall Term 2009 (2101).

Please contact Professor Hiroshi Nara at 412-624-5568 or hnara@pitt.edu