Visiting Assistant Professor in Japanese Language and Studies World Languages and Cultures

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Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) in Japanese Language and/or Studies, World Languages and Cultures

The

World Languages and Cultures Department

invites applications for an instructor or

Visiting Assistant Professor (VAP) in Japanese Language and/or Studies

. There is possibility for renewal for at least an additional year, based on satisfactory performance and department needs. Teaching responsibilities will be three courses per semester in Japanese language, and/or, depending on the expertise of the applicant, two courses in Japanese language and one course in the area of the applicant’s specialization.

An adjunct, per-class teaching opportunity may also be available for a partner or spousal accommodation.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action

: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details

Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, (Academic Year) Faculty Position, and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package

including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Possibility for renewal for at least an additional year, based on satisfactory performance and department needs.

Salary for this position is $47,000 per year commensurate with qualifications.

Required Skills

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, and experience teaching language at the university level.

Required Experience

Master’s degree or ABD in a related field.

About UM

and the Japanese Department

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Japanese section hosts one of the largest language majors at the university, offering both a major and minor in Japanese and numerous study abroad opportunities with partner universities in Japan.

It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.

To learn more about the University of Montana, please visit the links below.

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Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.

In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.

ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference.

Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

References

*References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.

Testing

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E mployment Eligibility.

All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Company info

The University of Montana
Website : https://www.umt.edu