Associate Professor in English Literature, American Literature, and Anglophone Literature
Join Nagoya University as an Associate Professor to teach, research, and lead in English and Anglophone literary studies.
Best for:Best for established scholars with a PhD in English/American/Anglophone Literature, teaching experience in higher education, and a strong commitment to research and mentorship.
Overview
Nagoya University invites applications for an Associate Professor position in the Graduate School of Humanities, specializing in English Literature, American Literature, and Anglophone Literature. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, contribute to interdisciplinary research projects, and engage in administrative duties such as admissions and institutional outreach. This role emphasizes both scholarly excellence and pedagogical leadership, with a focus on fostering academic growth in a dynamic humanities environment. The position offers a fixed-term contract with opportunities for renewal and includes a comprehensive benefits package.
What you'll do
- Teach 10 undergraduate courses in English per year, each lasting 90 minutes.
- Deliver 4 graduate-level courses annually within the English Culture Division.
- Participate in university-led research and educational projects.
- Handle admissions, administrative, and managerial tasks as assigned.
- Engage in social contributions and outreach activities.
- Conduct research aligned with the university’s strategic priorities in humanities.
- Collaborate with other faculty members on interdisciplinary initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: Doctoral degree (PhD) in English Literature, American Literature, Anglophone Literature, or a related humanities field
Language: English (native proficiency required)
Instruction: English
- Proven expertise in English, American, or Anglophone Literature with a focus on teaching and research.
- At least one year of teaching experience in higher education (including teaching assistant roles).
- Native-level proficiency in English (as the first language).
- Ability to deliver lectures and conduct research in English.
- Must hold a doctoral degree in the relevant field.
- Must have at least one year of teaching experience in higher education.
- No restrictions on nationality or residency.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-03
Applicants must submit a single PDF file containing a curriculum vitae, academic achievements list, teaching experience summary, final degree certificate, three key publications (with abstracts), a statement of vision for graduate education, a statement of vision for university-wide English education, a statement of future research plans, and contact details for two referees (including one recommendation letter). Submit via the JREC-IN portal.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic Achievements List
- Teaching Experience Summary
- Final Degree Certificate
- Three Key Publications (with abstracts in English)
- Statement of Vision for Graduate Education (500 words, English)
- Statement of Vision for University-Wide English Education (500 words, English)
- Statement of Future Research Plans (500 words, English)
- Contact Details for Two Referees (including one recommendation letter)
Contact
Shosuke Kinugawa· Administrative Contact
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