The University of New Mexico
Assistant Professor- Languages, Cultures & Literatures -Japanese
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Overview
Posting: req34185 Position: Assistant Professor- Japanese, Languages, Cultures & Literatures (856A) – College of Arts & Sciences, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM. Benefits eligible per UNM policies. Position Summary
The Department of Languages, Cultures & Literatures at the University of New Mexico invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Japanese to begin in August 10, 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track position in Japanese language, culture, and literature. Applicants must have a PhD in Japanese Studies or a related field by the date of application. All application materials must be received by November 15, 2025. The teaching load includes undergraduate courses as well as courses in
Japanese language
at the intermediate and advanced levels, along with literature and culture courses in English in support of the Japanese track of the East Asian Studies major at the University of New Mexico. We seek scholars who specialize in Japanese literary studies, cultural studies, visual culture, and/or media studies and demonstrate skill and interest in Japanese language teaching. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for excellence in scholarly publication and undergraduate teaching, the ability to contribute to UNM’s interdisciplinary programs, commitment to advising and mentoring our varied student population, and willingness to contribute to departmental and university service. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses and Japanese language courses at intermediate and advanced levels, and literature/culture courses in English for the Japanese track of the East Asian Studies major. Engage in scholarly research and pursue an active publication agenda. Contribute to interdisciplinary programs within the department and university. Advise and mentor a diverse student population; participate in departmental and university service. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Japanese Literary or Cultural Studies, or a closely related field (such as Asian Studies, Media Studies, and/or Comparative Literature) with a research specialization in Japanese Studies, or must have degree in hand by date of application. Preferred Qualifications Native or near-native command of both Japanese and English Demonstrated strengths in teaching Japanese using communicative methods Strengths in teaching Japanese literary, cultural, or media studies at the undergraduate level Demonstrated potential for scholarship in an area of Japanese literary, cultural, and/or media studies, with a well-defined research and publication trajectory Ability to mentor students at the undergraduate level Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs in the department and at the university Commitment to cultivate understanding of New Mexico’s cultures and to serve the university’s local and global mission Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of: A 2-3 page cover letter describing qualifications related to the minimum and preferred qualifications A current curriculum vitae (including email address and telephone number) A one-page teaching statement A one-page research statement Names and contact information of three referees Semi-finalists will be contacted for additional materials, including sample syllabi for upper-level courses in Japanese literary, cultural, and/or media studies, and a 20-25 page scholarly writing sample. Three letters of reference may be requested at a later date. Applicants appointed to a UNM faculty position must provide official certification of degree completion prior to initial employment with UNM. For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2025. This position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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Posting: req34185 Position: Assistant Professor- Japanese, Languages, Cultures & Literatures (856A) – College of Arts & Sciences, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM. Benefits eligible per UNM policies. Position Summary
The Department of Languages, Cultures & Literatures at the University of New Mexico invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Japanese to begin in August 10, 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track position in Japanese language, culture, and literature. Applicants must have a PhD in Japanese Studies or a related field by the date of application. All application materials must be received by November 15, 2025. The teaching load includes undergraduate courses as well as courses in
Japanese language
at the intermediate and advanced levels, along with literature and culture courses in English in support of the Japanese track of the East Asian Studies major at the University of New Mexico. We seek scholars who specialize in Japanese literary studies, cultural studies, visual culture, and/or media studies and demonstrate skill and interest in Japanese language teaching. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for excellence in scholarly publication and undergraduate teaching, the ability to contribute to UNM’s interdisciplinary programs, commitment to advising and mentoring our varied student population, and willingness to contribute to departmental and university service. Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses and Japanese language courses at intermediate and advanced levels, and literature/culture courses in English for the Japanese track of the East Asian Studies major. Engage in scholarly research and pursue an active publication agenda. Contribute to interdisciplinary programs within the department and university. Advise and mentor a diverse student population; participate in departmental and university service. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Japanese Literary or Cultural Studies, or a closely related field (such as Asian Studies, Media Studies, and/or Comparative Literature) with a research specialization in Japanese Studies, or must have degree in hand by date of application. Preferred Qualifications Native or near-native command of both Japanese and English Demonstrated strengths in teaching Japanese using communicative methods Strengths in teaching Japanese literary, cultural, or media studies at the undergraduate level Demonstrated potential for scholarship in an area of Japanese literary, cultural, and/or media studies, with a well-defined research and publication trajectory Ability to mentor students at the undergraduate level Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs in the department and at the university Commitment to cultivate understanding of New Mexico’s cultures and to serve the university’s local and global mission Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a third-party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of: A 2-3 page cover letter describing qualifications related to the minimum and preferred qualifications A current curriculum vitae (including email address and telephone number) A one-page teaching statement A one-page research statement Names and contact information of three referees Semi-finalists will be contacted for additional materials, including sample syllabi for upper-level courses in Japanese literary, cultural, and/or media studies, and a 20-25 page scholarly writing sample. Three letters of reference may be requested at a later date. Applicants appointed to a UNM faculty position must provide official certification of degree completion prior to initial employment with UNM. For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 11/15/2025. This position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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