Lecturer in Transnational Asian Studies / Literature

The Department of Transnational Asian Studies at Rice University in Houston, Texas, invites applications for a one-year position as Lecturer in East Asian Literature starting July 1, 2023. We are seeking applicants with the ability to teach broad survey courses in pre-modern East Asian literature as well as in subfields such as gender studies, media studies, comparative literature, or Asian American studies.

Job responsibilities:

1. Teaching five classes per year,
2. supporting undergraduate student activities, and
3. participating in departmental programming.

Requirements:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in hand by July 1, 2023.

Application Materials:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. One sample syllabus for an undergraduate course
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Course or instructor evaluations (no earlier than 2020)
6. Three references: names and contact information only. Please do not send any recommendation letters at this point.
7. Transcript: An unofficial transcript can be submitted as part of the application. Please note that an official transcript clearly indicating conferral of a PhD degree will be required before an offer is made.

The position remains open until filled with priority given to applications received by March 30, 2023.

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