Tenure-track position available August 19, 2010.  Responsibilities:  generalist (area of specialization open) capable of teaching a full range of courses in Japanese language, literature, and culture; scholarly commitment to teaching excellence and research; willingness to serve in departmental activities and to advise students. 

Minimum qualifications:  ABD in Japanese or appropriate related field; native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English; evidence of successful college-level teaching; willingness to commit to active engagement in departmental activities, service initiatives, and scholarly pursuits.   

Preferred qualifications:  Ph.D. in Japanese or appropriate related field; interdisciplinary interests; record of research and publication; involvement in appropriate professional organizations; Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) experience.  Excellent benefits, including retiree health care and 100% pension contribution for eligible employees. 

Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, official transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation to: 

Dr. Christopher Luke
Chairperson
Department of Modern Languages and Classics
Ball State University
Muncie, IN  47306

  
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. www.bsu.edu/languages