Instructor of Japanese-P/T at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Part-Time Instructor in Japanese Program, Department of East Asian Languages & Literatures

The Japanese Program of the Department of East Asian Languages & Literatures at the University of Pittsburgh, pending budgetary approval, seeks an instructor for one 1 cr. section of JPNSE 0008, Travel Japanese. The successful Candidate will need to have in hand, at the time of the hire, a MA in Japanese pedagogy (or related field) and experience in teaching a Japanese language course at college level.

The appointment is for the Summer 4-Week 2 semester, June 15, 2026 – July 11, 2026. These classes will be taught in person.

Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Apply here by uploading a letter of application detailing your suitability for this teaching appointment, a current CV, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience that addresses diversity, and a list of three recommenders, at least one of whom should be able to comment explicitly on the Candidate's teaching ability.

Any questions related to the position or application process may be directed to Amy Burke at amb939@pitt.edu.

Cover letter, CV, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience that addresses diversity, contact information for 3 recommenders.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.