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Position: Assistant Professor of Japanese Language and Literature
Posted by: Oberlin College
Location: Oberlin, OH, USA
Contract: Full-Time

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

Details: The Program on East Asian Studies at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time / tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in Premodern Japanese Language and Literature with a preferred subfield in Digital Humanities. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years, beginning in Fall 2024 and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

The Program on East Asian Studies stands out within a liberal arts context for its faculty expertise in all three major regional areas: China, Korea and Japan. East Asian Studies at Oberlin College is one of the oldest interdisciplinary programs in the U.S. that offers five years of Chinese and four years of Japanese language instruction.

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Position: Paper Selection Committee Member
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in Ottawa
Location: Canada
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

The Embassy of Japan is hiring for the (four) positions of JET Programme Paper Selection Committee Member. This is a full-time two-month contract at the Embassy of Japan in Ottawa. The successful candidate will play an important role in the processing and evaluation of applications from across Canada for the JET Programme, a long-running international programme run by the government of Japan.

The role:

• Working with a team to review and evaluate high-volume candidate applications from across Canada for the 2023-2024 JET Programme
• Reading and evaluating essays and reference letters, filing documents
• Using a computer to enter and retrieve candidate information

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/2023_shared_images/2023%20-%20JET%20PSC%20Job%20Description%20Draft.pdf

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Position: JET Programme Assistant
Posted by: Embassy of Japan in Ottawa
Location: Canada
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

The Embassy of Japan is hiring for the position of JET Programme Assistant. This is a full-time, three month contract at the Embassy of Japan in Ottawa. The successful candidate will play an important role in the processing and
evaluation of applications from across Canada for the JET Programme, a long-running international programme run by the government of Japan.

The Role:

• Working with the National JET Coordinator to oversee the processing and evaluation of high-volume JET applications by the Paper Selection Committee
• Responding to inquiries from JET applicants and the public
• Using a computer to enter and retrieve candidate information
• Keeping track of document flow
• Assisting with other tasks relating to the JET Programme as needed

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click her e – https://www.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/2023_shared_images/2023%20-%20JET%20Assistant%20-%20Job%20Description%20Draft.pdf

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Position: Assistant Professor in Japanese Studies – Tenure System
Posted by: Michigan State University
Location: East Lansing, MI, USA
Contract: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures (LiLaC) seeks a tenure system assistant professor of Japanese minority and/or gender studies. This is a nine-month, academic year position beginning August 16, 2024, with a course load of four courses per academic year. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching and research that foregrounds the diversity of Japanese cultural experiences, particularly those of marginalized and/or underexamined groups in Japan. Potential research foci include but are not restricted to the literary, cultural and/or linguistic practices of resident (Zainichi) Korean, resident Chinese, Okinawan, burakumin and/or the Japanese diaspora.

Other possible topics include those related to gender, disability, or LGBTQI experiences within Japanese contexts. Period of specialization is open, and applications are welcome from candidates with a PhD in Japanese literary studies, cultural studies, linguistics, or a related field.

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Position: Researcher
Posted by: Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) San Francisco
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to JET alumna, Amy Rowland (Fukui-ken, 2019-2021) for passing along the following job opening.

Description:

• Write reports for Japanese companies regularly. Reports are included in short version and long version.
• Tokyo Headquarters and Director of Research JETRO San Francisco will determine the KPI of articles and research reports to be written by Researcher of JETRO San Francisco. KPI will be changed every fiscal year. Topic of reports will be decided, discussing with supervisor. Gather information by checking media and press releases, using database and joining seminars, events, exhibitions for example. Develop charts containing analysis and data, conduct interviews, and do translations on as needed basis. Occasionally, need to go out and go on business trip.
• Support to conduct survey projects. JETRO will conduct some survey projects annually. Need to communicate with not only supervisor in JETRO San Francisco but also other JETRO offices in USA, Tokyo head quarter and external contacts.
• Check reports written by other staffs at JETRO San Francisco and contractors.
• Plan, manage or attend seminars, research groups or lectures, and develop drafts for presentation materials and speeches. Occasionally, join the meetings with JETRO San Francisco’s clients.
• Regarding various internal or external inquiries, provide appropriate responses independently for simple inquiries, and respond to advanced matters by consulting with superiors.
• Manage JETRO San Francisco’s social media and newsletter for Japanese companies.
• Provide administrative support and assistance in making internal documents related research work and scheduling meetings and supporting making appointments, handling incoming calls and other outside inquiries. Occasionally, maintain correspondence with external contacts. Join internal meeting.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://www.jetro.go.jp/ext_images/usa/JobListing/JETRO_SF_Researcher_Oct2023_rev.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3HAUaurfR8U5R07jqj8ypEr7XANgedBxkjLOyWIzhUFk4UqZx1hS0vHLI

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Position: Part-time Study Abroad and Activities Assistant
Posted by: Temple University, Japan Campus
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Part-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Since 1994, Temple University Beasley School of Law has offered a practical-based legal education at Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) located in Tokyo. Temple Law School is the only U.S. law school accredited by the American Bar Association that operates year-round in Japan. Students have the opportunity to study in the LL.M. degree programs, non-degree certificate programs, or the J.D. spring semester abroad program for U.S. law school students.

The Study Abroad and Activities Assistant provides clerical and other support for the Beasley School of Law, Japan Campus (Tokyo) staff to ensure the effective running of the J.D. study abroad program as well as coordinating student activities and professional events for legal practitioners.

Please see https://www.tuj.ac.jp/law/index.html for more details about the program.

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Position: Server and Network Administrator at Temple University
Posted by: Temple University, Japan Campus
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; Visa Sponsorship Availiable

Information Technology Services seeks a Server and Network Administrator to join the team responsible for:

• Administering servers and network.
• Provide support for computer labs and various systems.
• Provide second-level technical support for Helpdesk.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Administer and maintain VMware vCenter environment, ensuring high availability and performance.
2. Maintain and monitor assigned systems to ensure optimal performance, to determine system upgrade/replacement schedules, and meet established Service Level Agreement (SLA) commitments.
3. Manage and troubleshoot Network infrastructure.
4. Deploy, maintain, and optimize Windows Servers.
5. Design, and implement group policies to enhance system security and performance.
6. Utilize Microsoft Graphs and PowerBI for reporting and automation tasks.
7. Provide basic Linux support, predominantly with Debian and Ubuntu distributions.
8. Deliver high-quality L2 desktop support to end-users, resolving hardware and software issues.
9. Collaborate with local IT teams on training, projects, system upgrades, and new technology evaluations.
10. Collaborate with IT teams based in Pennsylvania, USA ( UTC-4 ). Monthly or Bi-monthly based on need.
11. Document processes, procedures, configurations, and ensure they remain up-to-date.

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Position:
Posted by: Temple University, Japan Campus
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; Visa Sponsorship Availiable

Overview of position:

The Information Center is the initial point of contact for all those wanting to know more about TUJ and our programs. The position focuses on providing friendly and professional services to visitors and potential students.

Primary Responsibilities:

•  Answer phones and redirect accordingly or take messages
• Provide information to potential and current students
• Take care of walk-ins
• Check, sort and forward general inquiries
•  CRM data management and record creation
•  Update program, school event and staff calendars
•  Assist with post and courier deliveries
•  Hande TUJ original merchandise sales and inventory

Qualifications:

• Native-level Japanese ability with excellent verbal and written English skills
• Good organizational and multi-tasking abilities
• Willing to work shift hours
• Detail-oriented, organized and customer-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player
• Excellent PC skills (Word, Excel)
• Minimum 3 years work experience preferred
• Study Abroad experience preferred

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Position: Admissions Coordinator, Undergraduate Admissions
Posted by: Temple University, Japan Campus
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Contract: Full-Time; Visa Sponsorship Availiable

Thanks to Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) for passing along the following job opening.

This post is fixed-term from December 2023 to February 2025 with the possibility to extend depending on the return date of the post-holder

Overview of position: The TUJ Undergraduate Admissions Office is responsible for reviewing and processing all applications to the undergraduate programs, sending out admission decisions on a monthly basis, accurately entering and maintaining data in various information systems, and ensuring the smooth flow of student documents between departments. The Admissions Coordinator will handle various inquiries and requests as liaison with the relevant offices and departments within TUJ, process admissions review and transfer credit evaluations with the Admissions Advisors, and conduct other general duties assigned by the Director of Admissions Operations. This position is a temporary position with a fixed term for the duration of maternity and childcare leave. The office is currently operated remotely.

Primary Responsibilities:

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Position: SAF Program Coordinator
Posted by: IES Abroad
Location: Southern California, USA/Remote
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to JET alum, Zachariah Simon (Ishikawa-ken, 2007-2010) for passing along the following job opening.

The SAF Program Coordinator (PC) works closely with the Program Development Manager to create, launch, and administer customized programs and SAF-developed study tours. This role is also responsible for facilitating the enrollment of SAF students into a portfolio of IES Abroad programs.

This includes coordinating student admissions processes with the Global Enrollment Management (GEM) team and IT, providing program information for the Marketing team, and for creating and delivering relevant pre-departure orientations. The PC provides comprehensive onsite coordination and support to students participating in SAF customized and study tour programs (up to 5 programs per year). In instances when in-person student engagement is needed on the West Cost, the PC may be asked to provide onsite support under the direction of SAF and IES Abroad Leadership.

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Position: Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Japanese
Posted by: Clemson University
Location: Clemson, South Carolina
Contract: Full-Time

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

Details: The Department of Languages at Clemson University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor of Japanese, hire date August 15, 2024. Scholarly specialization is open, but possible areas include sociolinguistics, second language acquisition, modern/contemporary literature, and social, cultural, media, or gender studies. The successful candidate will demonstrate a promising and active scholarship agenda appropriate to an R1 university. Teaching responsibilities will include a combination of Japanese language courses and Japanese Studies courses mostly related to the candidate’s area(s) of expertise.

The Japanese section at Clemson is steadily growing and includes majors in Modern Languages and Language and International Business as well as minors in Japanese Studies. The successful candidate will actively contribute to the program through interdisciplinary scholarship and teaching, advising students, extra-curricular activities, and assistance with the administration and expansion of the program. The ideal candidate will also seek ways of building connections with interdisciplinary programs and regional and international partners and organizations. The normal teaching load for research faculty is two courses per semester, along with usual service commitments.

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Position: Part-Time Project Director
Posted by: Japanese American Association of New York
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to the Japanese American Association of New York for passing along the following job opening.

The Digital Museum of the History of Japanese in New York is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Project Director. This role will be responsible for the continued expansion and maintenance of the museum’s collection, including collecting, organizing, and cataloging new materials, along with managing the museum’s website and archive.

It will also seek out, build relationships with, and collaborate with various organizations and individuals who could contribute to the museum’s mission. It will furthermore be responsible for maintaining close communication with and providing regular updates to the museum’s board on the progress of collections, exhibits, and other museum projects.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TdP5SISjFWemyQNtFHPsuzhfGx_11qyA/view?usp=sharing

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Position: SAF Program Specialist
Posted by: IES Abroad
Location: Chicago, IL
Contract: Full-Time; No Visa Sponsorship

Thanks to IES Abroad for passing along the following job opening.

The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for maintaining relationships with host institutions within an assigned portfolio, and for managing detailed program information for global use across the organization.

This role is also responsible for coordinating student admissions processes with the Global Enrollment Management team, and for creating and delivering relevant pre-departure orientation content for programs taking place at those universities. Finally, the Program Specialist provides support and services to participating students while they are participating in the program.

Application Process: For more information and to apply, please click here –  Program Specialist – Chicago, IL – IES Abroad Jobs (applicantpro.com)

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

By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Justin has written about Japanese arts and entertainment for JETAA since 2005. For more of his articles, click here. 

As the summer sun fades into fall colors, the weeks ahead are shaping up with these exciting events, ready to be enjoyed all through Halloween.

This month’s highlights include:

Sunday, Sept. 24, 6:00 p.m.

Fox Lake/Hanabie

Gramercy Theatre, 127 East 23rd Street

$53.66

Hanabie is a sensational hybrid-girl-band with their original genre, “Harajuku-core,” which is a mix of metalcore and hardcore with Akihabara culture. Formed in 2015, members Yukina, Matsui, Hettsu and Chika are now on a massive 21-date American tour, including the Louder Than Life and Aftershock festivals! Joining them on these and upcoming dates are Denver’s Fox Lake, a hip-hop-injected metal band that most recently released their Fear & Loathing EP in June. For videos and more info on future gigs, visit www.foxlakeband.com.

 Oct. 1-2, 12, 14

The Boy and the Heron

Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway

$25 students, $30 non-members 

U.S. premiere as part of the 61st New York Film Festival! The first feature in a decade from Hayao Miyazaki is a ravishing, endlessly inventive fantasy that is destined to be ranked with the legendary animator’s finest, boldest works. While the Second World War rages, the teenage Mahito, haunted by his mother’s tragic death, is relocated from Tokyo to the serene rural home of his new stepmother Natsuko, a woman who bears a striking resemblance to the boy’s mother. As he tries to adjust, this strange new world grows even stranger following the appearance of a persistent gray heron, who perplexes and bedevils Mahito, dubbing him the “long-awaited one.” Indeed, an extraordinary and grand fate is in store for our young hero, who must journey to a subterranean alternate reality in the hopes of saving Natsuko—and perhaps himself. Uniting the countryside surreality of My Neighbor Totoro with the Alice in Wonderland–like dream logic of Spirited Away and the personal historical backdrop of The Wind Rises (NYFF51), yet fabricating something ingeniously original, The Boy and the Heron is a deeply felt work of eccentric beauty brimming with inspired images that lodge in the mind, from the adorable to the grotesque. Moving from earthbound serenity to a universe of boundless imagination, Miyazaki’s long-anticipated film seeks, once and for all, a world without malice. Presented in Japanese with English subtitles.

Oct. 5, 7, 11 

Evil Does Not Exist

Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway

Howard Gilman Theater, 144 West 65th Street 

$25 students, $30 non-members

U.S. premiere! Deep in the forest of the small rural village Harasawa, single parent Takumi lives with his young daughter, Hana, and takes care of odd jobs for locals, chopping wood and hauling pristine well water. The overpowering serenity of this untouched land of mountains and lakes, where deer peacefully roam free, is about to be disrupted by the imminent arrival of the Tokyo company Playmode, which is ready to start construction on a glamping site for city tourists—a plan, which Takumi and his neighbors discover, that will have dire consequences for the ecological health and cleanliness of their community. The potent and foreboding new film from Oscar-winning director Ryûsuke Hamaguchi (Drive My Car and Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy, both NYFF59) is a haunting, entirely unexpected cinematic experience that reconstitutes the boundaries of the ecopolitical thriller. Intensified by a rapturous, ominous score by Eiko Ishibashi, this mesmeric journey diverges from country-vs-city themes to straddle the line between the earthy and the metaphysical. Presented in Japanese with English subtitles. Q&A with Ryûsuke Hamaguchi on Oct. 5 & 7.

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