Position: Assistant Professor of Modern Japanese
Posted by: University of Colorado Boulder
Location: Boulder, CO, USA
Contract: Full-Time; Visa Sponsorship Availiable

Thank you to our friends at the American Association of Teachers of Japanese for this Job Posting.

The Department of Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Modern Japanese Literature and Culture to begin August 2024. Candidates must have a PhD in Japanese literature or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered.

However, if the PhD degree is not conferred by August 19, 2024, the candidate will be appointed initially as an Instructor. Job duties include teaching courses to undergraduate and graduate students in Japanese literature and culture, as well as service to the university.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=51577

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Position: Japanese Language Lecturer
Posted by: Princeton University
Location: Princeton, NJ
Contract: Part-Time

Thank you to our friends at the American Association of Teachers of Japanese for this Job Posting.

The Department of East Asian Studies invites applications for a spring semester part time Japanese language lecturer position. The position is expected to begin January 16, 2024. Responsibilities include classroom teaching, grading assignments, and attending student activities. 

Requirements: minimum requirement of a Master’s degree in Linguistics, Japanese pedagogy, TESOL or equivalent; native or near-native fluency in Japanese; experience teaching Japanese to English-speaking students at the college level; and excellent command of English.

Application Process: Applicants should apply electronically at https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/32082 – and provide a curriculum vitae, cover letter, teaching statement, and contact information for three references.

Reference letters will be requested after an interview. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be conducted until the position is filled. This position is subject to the University’s background check policy.

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Position: Educational Programs Coordinator
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, D.C., USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alumna, Alice Katindig (Niigata-ken, 2016-2019) for passing along the following job opening.

The Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan, is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Educational Programs Coordinator. The main responsibilities of this position include coordinating and presenting educational programs on Japan and Japanese culture, creating engaging educational content, managing the Embassy of Japan’s involvement in the Embassy Adoption Program, and managing the internship program (currently on hiatus). Please see below for a more detailed list of responsibilities.

The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, paid vacation, and sick leave. Working hours are 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday through Friday with weeknight and/or weekend events several times a month (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience. The minimum basic monthly salary for this position is $3, 500.

Please note: Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. green card holder. Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Only successful candidates will be contacted. All candidates will be subject to background checks and security clearance.

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Position: Administrative Assistant
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Beaverton, OR, USA
Contract: Full-Time, No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to Quick USA for passing along the following job opening.

【Position】
　Administrative Assistant　★パートタイム(フルタイム希望も歓迎)

【Essential Duties】

(Not Official: Please ask the interviewer for more details)
日系非営利団体でのアドミアシスタント業務
具体的には、オフィス業務全般および経理(データ入力など)
イベントのお手伝いをしていただくこともあります。(ホリデーパーティなど)
・Issuing checks and Journal Entry using QuickBooks
・Invoicing and receiving membership fee, advertisement fee, and collect overdue payment
・General Administrative duties
・Assistance duties of other members of the office

【Working Hours, Working style】
月～金　9:00～17:00の間　
※時間曜日はご希望お伺いします。隔週で希望シフトをご提出いただきます。
※基本的にオフィス出社

【Working Location】
Beaverton, OR

【Salary】
$17~20/hour

【Qualifications】
・日本語で丁寧な対応ができる方
・基本的なPCスキル
・チームワークを大事にお仕事に取り組める方
・英語力は日常会話ができればプラス
・QUICKBOOKSの使用経験はbig plus(必須ではありません)

【Qualifications】To apply, please send your resume to yamagishi@919usa.com.

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Position: Executive Assistant/Translator
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Mooresville, IN, USA
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to Quick USA for passing along the following job opening.

This position will report directly to the President of the company. Will be responsible for translation from Japanese to English and English to Japanese, in both a verbal and written format. This form of communication will also require the following: attend and translate one on one/ group meetings, translate documents, attend, and translate appointments, if needed, attend and translate phone calls, translation of various types of documents, and all other forms of communication to be translated as required.

Essential Duties

•  Good Attendance
• Translating documents and verbal communication
• Translate confidential information
• Preparing and managing correspondence, reports and documents related to production and TOA Winchester HR Organizing and coordinating meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and events
• Maintaining schedules and calendars for President and Japanese members
• Arranging and confirming appointments
• Translating incoming/outgoing emails for President and Japanese members
• Making necessary calls/sending text messages to check production related questions to Manager/Senior Managers/Plant Managers, and Vice President at TOA(USA) and TOA Winchester
• Translate Meetings

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Position: Head of eCommerce
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: Jersey City, NJ, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Quick USA for passing along the following job opening.

The eCommerce division was born during the pandemic when we lost 90% of our core B2B distribution business. With little knowledge or experience of B2C markets and eCommerce, the team was able to organically grow the business to a small, but profitable operation. Now, however, it is time to find that person to take us to the next level. This position is responsible for the entirety of the eCommerce division. The person must have a flexible mindset as this is closer to a startup than an established business, therefore, requiring to wear many hats until things are set up properly. It is a great fit for someone with an eCommerce background and an entrepreneurial mindset but does not want to take the financial risk to start their own business.

Essential Duties

• Responsible for managing the business – strategically, operationally and financially
• Hire and/or manage agencies to help with all aspects of eCommerce including digital marketing, social media and other branding activities.
• Develop long and short term strategies and tactics for growth.
• Develop and manage budgets for marketing, operations, and technology.
• Develop and manage supply chains to ensure continuity and maintain margins.
• Recruit, manage, and develop personnel to support business growth.
• Develop a culture of success and employee satisfaction.
• Manage operations to ensure customer satisfaction.

Working Hours, Working style: 5:00 – 14:00

Salary, Benefit: 70K – 90K + Bonus(Up to 50%)

Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, Holidays

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years working in a manager-level role, ideally with P&L responsibility.
• BS degree or advanced degree in marketing or information technology
• Direct experience in growing e-commerce platforms.
• Deep understanding of product management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Strong analytical skills
• Eager to take ownership of issues, make decisions and drive results
• Proven track record of leading complex projects
• Self-starter, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate across departments
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities

Application Process: Please send resume to yamagishi@919usa.com

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Position: Sales/Business Developer
Posted by: Quick USA
Location: New Jersey, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to Quick USA for passing along the following job opening.

Description:

• Sourcing
  • Performs research on new suppliers.
  • Develops and proposes new sourcing strategies.
  • Communicates and negotiates with suppliers for prices and terms of contracts.
  • Checks goods qualities/conditions by checking samples and/or by visiting suppliers.
• Business Development
  • Maintains relationship with existing and prospective customers. Performs sales promotions to existing and prospective customers.
  • Negotiates with customers/prospective customers for products sales.
  • Develops sales contract.
  • Communicates with Inside sales/Operation Associates for executed sales activities.
  • Communicates with customers or other related parties to resolve product sales issues as needed.
  • Collects account receivables
  • Manages customer’s credit line.

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Position: Asian Studies Program Assistant
Posted by: University of Pittsburgh
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to the University of Pittsburgh for passing along the following job opening.

The Asian Studies Center is seeking a Program Assistant to provide administrative and programmatic support for developing community engagement programming in the field of Japan Studies. The Program Assistant will promote Japan Studies across a broad range of disciplines and languages, in engagement activities coordinated with the Asian Studies Center, other units of the University, K-16 teachers and students, local internationally engaged organizations, other major universities, community colleges and Title III/Title V- eligible institutions. The Program Assistant will work with faculty, staff, students, K-16 educators, pre-service and in-service teachers to develop outreach materials about Japan Studies.

Primary duties include:

• 1. Cultivate connections with local community groups.
• Support Japan Studies Faculty activities.
• Organize and implement events and workshops that support dialog and networking to foster a deeper understanding of Japan.
• Assist with all aspects of programming including registration, video conferencing, technical troubleshooting, and recording of online events. The Program Assistant will manage the scheduling, logistics, publicity, and information for a range of Japan Studies activities. The Program Assistant may also be asked to assist the Asian Studies Center with other events and programs as needed.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://cfopitt.taleo.net/careersection/pitt_staff_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=23007025&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

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Position: Counsular Staff, Visa Officer
Posted by: Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Contract: Full-Time

Thanks to JET alum, Kaile Reyes (Hokkaido-ken, 2017-2022) for passing along the following job opening.

General consular matters including security issues Visa-related responsibilities, which include:

• Adjudicate immigrant and non-immigrant visa applications for non-Japanese travelers traveling to visit, work, live, etc. in Japan.
• Answering phone calls including inquiries such as simple application procedures and complex cases regarding Japanese consular policies and regulations, etc.
• Assist visa applicants in completing necessary forms and documentation.
• Review visa applications based on criteria set forth by the office
• Interview applicants to ascertain information pertaining to their visa applications

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/pdf/position_available202309E.pdf

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Position: Assistant/Associate Professor, Premodern Japanese Literature
Posted by: Yale University
Location: New Haven, CT
Contract: Full-Time

Thank you to our friends at the American Association of Teachers of Japanese for this Job Posting.

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale University seeks to make a tenure-track appointment at the rank of either assistant or associate professor in premodern Japanese literature and/or related humanities fields, to begin July 1, 2024. The search invites applications from scholars whose research focuses on pre-20th century topics and who are able to teach Kobun/Bungo. 

We encourage applications from scholars with any area of specialization in the humanities, including those whose work is interdisciplinary, traverses multiple East Asian languages, and/or is comparative in method. We also welcome scholars whose work engages with forms of premodern language other than Kobun/Bungo and/or have expertise in related fields such as paleography, manuscript cultures, visual and performance cultures, and material history. Applications from early-career scholars are particularly welcome.  The teaching expectation is normally four courses per academic year, plus service to the program.

Requirements:

• The appointee must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree or have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. at time of hire. 
• Applicants should have native or near-native fluency in Japanese.

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Position: Advanced Japanese Conversation Class Teacher
Posted by: Sakura Gakuen Japanese Language School
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-Time

Thank you to our friends at the American Association of Teachers of Japanese for this Job Posting.

Sakura Gakuen, founded in Sacramento in 1903, is seeking a teacher to teach the Fall Term of its adult, Advanced Conversation Class on Zoom.  Classes are currently held on Wednesdays from 5:25 PM to 6:50 PM PST via Zoom.  This is an immediate opening, as we have remaining classes running from 9/6 to 12/13/2023.

Candidate must:

• be a native Japanese Speaker
• have a post-secondary education (BA)
• have teaching experience
• have a green card , working visa, or US citizenship
• must have their own device and wifi to connect with class
• be looking for a long-term position

The Advanced class instructor will be working under the guidance of Masako Thomas Sensei, Dean of the Adult Program.

Application Process: Please email your résumé and cover letter to thomas@sakuragakuen.org.

Sakura Gakuen Japanese Language School was established in 1903 in Sacramento, California.

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Position: Assistant Professor of Japanese, Tenure Track
Posted by: Vassar College, Chinese & Japanese Department
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Contract: Full Time

We seek candidates who specialize in Japanese Language and Literature or related studies. We are particularly interested in candidates whose expertise is premodern Japanese literature and who are able to teach courses in a broader East Asia context. Responsibilities include teaching Japanese language courses at all levels; teaching Japanese Studies courses (in Japanese and in English translation); advising Japanese majors and correlates (minors); and mentoring senior projects/theses as well as independent intensive studies.

Native or near-native proficiency in both Japanese and English is required. Successful candidates must have a doctorate degree in a related field by time of appointment and a record of, or potential for, excellence in college teaching and scholarship.

The Department of Chinese and Japanese at Vassar College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Japanese beginning August 2024.

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Position: Temporary Staff for Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in Jamaica
Location: Kingston, Jamaica
Contract: Full Time

Thanks to JETAA Jamaica Country Rep, Orrette Muir (Ishikawa-ken, 2015-2017) for passing along the following job opening.

Core Function: This staff is expected to perform JET Programme related duties including the following –

• Publicizing the JET Programme
• Handling public inquiries
• Assisting with recruiting and selection of candidates
• Planning and assisting with school visits
• Liaising with the Jamaica Japan Exchange Teacher Alumni Association (JETAA)
• Evaluating and improving programme activities
• Assisting with other JET related duties by the Embassy of Japan in Jamaica.

Qualification & Skills:

• A JET Programme alumnus/alumna.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable with public speaking.
• Be able to work as a team.
• Japanese language ability is an asset, but not required.

Qualification & Skills:

• A JET Programme alumnus/alumna.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Comfortable with public speaking.
• Be able to work as a team.
• Japanese language ability is an asset, but not required.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xYDtn3-LfAksowMBertCeIisJpnvNvOh/view?usp=sharing

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Position: Adjunct Lecturer
Posted by: CIEE Kyoto
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Contract: Full Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to JET alumna, Michele Fujii (Shiga-ken, 2010-2013) for passing along the following job opening.

CIEE Kyoto is urgently looking for an instructor to teach a course on “International Finance” to US undergraduate students on a short-term study abroad program in Kyoto in Spring 2024 (Jan 4 – Feb 8, 2024).

As we cannot sponsor visas, only candidates currently residing in Japan with a valid work visa will be considered. Priority will be given to those residing within easy commuting distance of Kyoto.

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Position: Japan-U.S. Exchange Programs Coordinator
Posted by: Embassy of Japan
Location: Washington, DC
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to the Embassy of Japan for passing along the following job opening.

The Embassy of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the Japan-U.S. Exchange Programs Coordinator position at the Public Affairs Section. This individual is primarily responsible for managing the schedules and assisting the activities of the diplomats in the Public Affairs Section, as well as coordinating the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program.

This position’s minimum monthly base salary is $3,500 USD, commensurate with experience.

Application: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/job-exchange-programs-coordinator.html