CfA: Visiting Assistant Professor in the East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies Department

May
11
08:59 to 08:59

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2021-2022 academic year.

We seek applicants with expertise in Taiwanese literature, cultural studies, film and media studies, and/or history. We seek candidates with active research agendas who will participate in research activities in the department, be able to contribute to the departmental emphases, and be available to engage with graduate students working on relevant topics. The candidate will be expected to teach five courses related to their expertise and Taiwanese Studies more generally. Transnational and interdisciplinary approaches are particularly welcome. The candidate would also be welcome to contribute to planning scholarly events related to their expertise within the department and/or the Center for Taiwan Studies.

Salary is based on UC salary scales and depends on qualifications. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position. Inquiries may be directed to our department’s Academic Personnel Coordinator, Natalie Juarez through the help contact below, please be sure to mention JPF01978.

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