Assistant or Associate Professor of Asian Studies
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Oct 10, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. POSITION SPECIFICS The Department of Asian Studies at The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA, USA, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in modern and/or early modern Chinese literature and culture at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We would be particularly interested in work that combines a strong grounding in Chinese literature with additional expertise in one or more fields, such as pre-modern Chinese literature and thought, modern Chinese intellectual history and/or philosophy, visual and digital culture, performance and theater studies, Chinese diasporic and Sinophone literatures; or comparative literary perspectives on Southeast Asia, South Asia, Northeast Asia, or Central Asia. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester during the academic year, sustained and ongoing research in one's field, and contributing to the graduate and undergraduate programs in Asian Studies (dual-title PhD and majors in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, and minors in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Asian Studies, Global Asias, and South Asian Studies). This position will include resident and online instruction and normal university service. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job. A Ph.D. in Chinese literature, or related field, is required by appointment date. Native or near-native ability in Chinese and English is required, as well as relevant research achievements or evidence of relevant research promise; appropriate teaching experience. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To apply, interested candidates must submit an online application to Penn State's Job Posting Board, and should upload the following application materials electronically: a letter of interest and CV or resume. Inquiries may be directed to the search chair, Erica Brindley at efb12@psu.edu. Candidates for Assistant Professor of Asian Studies must have demonstrated ability as a researcher, scholar, and teacher in a relevant field, and have evidence of growth in scholarly achievement. Duties will involve a combination of teaching, research, and service, based on the candidate's qualifications. Candidates for Associate Professor of Asian Studies must have demonstrated excellence as a researcher, scholar, and teacher in a relevant field, and have an established reputation in scholarly achievement. Duties will involve a combination of teaching, research, and service, based on the candidate's qualifications. Visit our website at https://asian.la.psu.edu/ for more information on our department. 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 Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |