Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Chinese (Department of Asian Studies) (University Park, PA)

Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Chinese (Department of Asian Studies)

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Asian Studies at Penn State (University Park) invites applications for a full-time Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor position in Chinese (non-tenure-track), to begin in January 2026, with flexibility.

Responsibilities include teaching introductory to advanced Chinese language courses, as well as participation in programmatic service. Teaching load is six courses per year.

Minimum requirements include a Master’s degree in Chinese pedagogy, second language acquisition, linguistics, or a related discipline, and near-native ability in Chinese, as well as facility in English. Demonstrated excellence in teaching Chinese is preferred. Rank is determined by education and qualifications.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness is required for higher-level ranks.

Interested candidates must submit an online application and upload the following application materials: a letter of interest, CV or resume, a list of three references with contact information, and a teaching statement/philosophy.

For more information on our program, please consult https://asian.la.psu.edu/. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits

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