Visiting Assistant Professor, German Studies

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Cincinnati, OHIO
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

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Job Overview

The Department of Asian, East European, and German Studies at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of German with expertise in applied linguistics, language pedagogy, and/or second language acquisition. Candidates with research foci in other subfields of German Studies who have significant training in or experience with language program coordination are also invited to apply.


Essential Functions

The successful candidate will teach 2 courses each in fall and spring semesters, in addition to coordinating the lower-level German language program. Coordination responsibilities include advising and placing students in first- and-second year German language courses, developing and implementing lower-level language curricula and assessments, training and supervising graduate instructors, and organizing co-curricular and outreach events.


Minimum Requirements

Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position by August 2022.


Application Process

A complete application includes:

  • Cover letter outlining the candidate’s qualifications for the position.
  • CV with contact information for three professional references.
  • Writing sample.
  • Teaching statement.
  • References may be contacted during the review process.

 

Review of applications will begin May 31, 2022 and continue until the position is filled


Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

  • Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
  • Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
  • Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
  • Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
  • Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

 

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The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

 

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