September 18, 2026
DEALL searching for its next Japanese Program Faculty Member
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Position: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in Japanese Linguistics
Position Overview
The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (DEALL) at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Japanese linguistics with a start date of August 15, 2027. We seek an outstanding scholar in any area of Japanese linguistics. The successful candidate will teach and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, helping them develop the analytical skills needed to investigate Japanese language data while engaging with current debates in linguistics and related fields.
Application deadline: Friday, October 23, 2026
Performance Objectives:
- Conducts a robust research program in Japanese linguistics, engaging with one or more subfields of the discipline and employing methodologically rigorous approaches to uncover new insights about the Japanese language while addressing significant research questions.
- Teaches undergraduate courses in Japanese linguistics, language, and culture, fostering students' curiosity about language and helping them develop analytical skills and practical knowledge that enrich their understanding of the Japanese language and support their language learning for professional careers and academic success.
- Teaches and mentors M.A. and Ph.D. students in the Japanese graduate program, providing advanced training in Japanese linguistics and related research methodologies while contributing actively to graduate education and mentorship across all areas of the program (Linguistics, Language Pedagogy, Literature, Culture and Media Studies).
- Contributes to a collaborative intellectual environment by fostering synergies with faculty in the Japanese program, East Asian linguistics, and related programs across the university, and by participating in interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives.
- Contributes to the department, college, and university through service and committee work as appropriate to rank.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required:
- PhD in Japanese linguistics or a related field in hand by August 15, 2027. ABDs welcome to apply.
- Native or near-native fluency in both English and Japanese
Desired:
- College-level teaching experience
- Ability to provide quantitative training to help students approach and understand Japanese interactions through language data
Additional Information
Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package [https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/].
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Assistant-Professor-of-Japanese-Linguistics_R159108-1]. Application closes 10/23/2026. Application materials must include:
Required:
- Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
- Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
- Attachment 3: Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
- Attachment 4: Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.
- Attachment 5: A writing sample (up to 50 pages).
References: Candidates selected to move forward in the process will be asked to provide three letters of reference at a later date.
For candidates who advance to a round of ZOOM interviews, we reserve the right to request additional materials (dissertations, book manuscripts, teaching evaluations, syllabi, etc.). Candidates who advance to finalist status will be invited to present their research and teaching on campus.
The position will begin August 15, 2027. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Etsuyo Yuasa (Search Committee Chair) at yuasa.1@osu.edu.
