Chinese Language and Literature 2011-2012

Last year's page: Chinese Language and Literature 2010-2011.

Barnard College - pre-Modern Chinese civilization

 * Tenure track "junior rank" position in pre-Modern Chinese civilzation and humanities
 * "Candidates should demonstrate a broad interest in the cultures and civilizations of East Asia; areas of specialization may include cultural history, religion, literature, or philosophy."
 * Review begins: 1 Nov. 2011
 * Also posted at Asian History 2011-12

Brandeis University - Chinese Language, Literature and Culture (Asst Prof)

 * Deadline Oct. 15.
 * Telephone interviews scheduled, week of Oct. 19.
 * This sounds a bit skeptical; 4 days after the deadline?
 * Telephone interviews scheduled for 11/01 and 11/04.

Columbia University (NYC) - Lecturer in Modern Chinese

 * Lecturer in Discipline in modern Chinese language, beginning in the fall term of 2012. This is a full-time position with multi-year renewal contingent on successful review. Requirements for applicants include: native competency in modern Chinese with standard pronunciation; fluency in English; a M.A. in hand by the time of appointment with specialization in linguistics, applied linguistics, or language pedagogy; and a demonstrated ability to teach college level Chinese and to prepare teaching materials independently and collaboratively. Interested persons should submit a cover letter, brief statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation (preferably two of which should be from language teaching professionals), and a handwritten self-introduction in Chinese in traditional characters (scanned and uploaded or submitted via mail), at our online site: https://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=55403.
 * Review of applications begins immediately, with possible preliminary interviews to be conducted at the annual meeting of CLTA, November 18-20, 2011.

San Francisco State University - Modern Chinese Literature / Culture

 * tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Chinese language and literature, to begin Fall 2012 (pending funding availability). Ph.D. in modern Chinese literature/culture, or all doctoral requirements completed by August 1, 2012
 * Preference will be given those whose interests and expertise encompass all areas of the Greater China region. Additional requirements: native or near-native command of both Mandarin Chinese and English; demonstrated commitment to effective language teaching; experience teaching at the college level.
 * Initial interviews at January 2012 MLA meeting in Seattle. Application including cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts (M.A. and Ph.D.), three letters of reference, evidence of teaching effectiveness (student evaluations, sample syllabi), and representative scholarly work (35-page limit). Review of applications will begin on November 25, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. Send to: Hiring Committee -- Chinese Search, Department of Foreign Languages & Literatures, San Francisco State University, 1600 Holloway Ave., San Francisco, CA 94132.

UC Berkeley CHINESE FILM

 * The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures and the Department of Film and Media at UC Berkeley seek applications at the Assistant or Associate Professor level (tenure track) in Chinese Film. Applicants should have broad film competence, demonstrable either through formal study or publication record, and be able to teach courses in film theory, film history, and Chinese film and culture. Interest in New Media also a plus. The department seeks candidates whose research, teaching, or service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education. Applications should consist of a cover letter describing research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a writing sample of not more than 30 pp. Please refer potential reviewers to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality found at http://apo.chance.berkeley.edu/evalltr.html. Send application materials by PDF to Jane Taylorson ([mailto:astobiza@berkeley.edu astobiza@berkeley.edu ]), or by mail to the Search Committee, Department of Film and Media, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-2670. Please do not send materials by FAX. Deadline for receipt of applications: October 17, 2011. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
 * Also posted at Film Studies 2011-2012

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill - pre-modern Chinese culture

 * The Department of Asian Studies at The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill invites applications for a tenure-track position in Pre-Modern Chinese Culture at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin July 1, 2012. Candidate should have a Ph.D. in Chinese literature, cultural history, intellectual tradition, or a related field, specializing in a pre-Tang period.
 * Applicants should be fluent in English and in Chinese, skilled in Classical Chinese, and prepared to teach specialized courses in pre-modern Chinese studies as well as large introductory courses in Chinese civilization. Qualified applicants should submit an online application including the following materials: a cover letter detailing research and teaching interests, a CV, and a writing sample. Submit these materials online at http://jobs.unc.edu/; paper or email applications will not be accepted. In addition, arrange to have four original, signed letters of recommendation sent by mail to: Chair, Chinese Search Committee, Department of Asian Studies, CB 3267, 113 New West, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3267. Send inquiries to chinesesearch@unc.edu and visit http://www.unc.edu/depts/asia/.
 * Review of applications begins 15 November 2011. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
 * Also posted at Asian History 2011-12

Washington University in St. Louis - Chinese Film

 * H-Net: The Program in Film and Media Studies seeks to make a tenure-track faculty appointment at the rank of assistant professor in Film Studies with a research specialization in Chinese-language film. This position will begin in fall 2012. Teaching load is two courses per semester. The appointment will be in FMS but teaching duties will also involve courses crosslisted between FMS and the Dept. of East Asian Languages and Cultures. The candidate should demonstrate a high level of fluency in Chinese and be able to situate Chinese-language cinema (whether from the PRC, Taiwan, or Hong Kong) within a global context. Ability to address other Asian cinemas and media (Japan, Korea, and/or South Asia) would be welcome. Applicants should have a broad and deep knowledge of film. In addition to teaching courses focused on Chinese-language film, the faculty member will be expected to teach courses that may include: history of world cinema, film theory, transnational issues in film, major directors, film genres, or film/digital production. We encourage applications from candidates with an interest in the intersection between film production/practice and theory.


 * A PhD in film studies or a closely related field completed by the start of the position is required.


 * A completed application will consist of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, and evidence of teaching excellence such as syllabi and student evaluations. To apply please visit our website at https://jobs.wustl.edu and apply to job posting number 22435. In addition, three letters of reference should be sent to: Prof. Gaylyn Studlar, Chair, Chinese-language Film Search Committee, Washington University in St. Louis, 1 Brookings Drive, Campus Box 1174, Saint Louis, MO 63130.


 * Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but priority will be given to those received by October 15, 2011.
 * Also posted at Film Studies 2011-2012