Aug 25

Job: Modern/Contemporary Japanese Literature, Film, Cultural Studies, Assistant Professor – Princeton University

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Position:  Assistant Professor, Modern/Contemporary Japanese Literature, Film, Cultural Studies
Posted by: Princeton University, East Asian Studies
Type: N/A
Location: New Jersey
Salary: N/A
Start Date: N/A

Overview:
The Department of East Asian Studies at Princeton University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Japanese literature, film, or cultural studies with a focus on modern or contemporary Japan. The successful candidate should have a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and research.

Candidates should submit a vita, detailed letter of application, writing sample (25 pages max), dissertation abstract and chapter outline, and three letters of recommendation. A Ph.D. must be in hand or expected by September 1, 2014. The review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. AA/EOE.

Please apply online and upload your documents to http://jobs.princeton.edu (Req. # 1300546).

We ask that referees send their letters to: Chair, Japanese Literature/Film/Cultural Studies Search Committee, East Asian Studies Department, Princeton University, 211 Jones Hall, Princeton, NJ 08544.

Website: http://jobs.princeton.edu