Visiting Assistant Professor

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Job Title:Visiting Assistant Professor

Department:Arts and Sciences East Asian Languages and Literatures

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (DEALL) at The Ohio State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Japanese linguistics. We seek candidates whose research focuses on interactional linguistics-such as sociolinguistics, pragmatics, or discourse analysis-with a strong quantitative background (e.g., AI, large language models, statistics), and who have the ability to teach undergraduate General Education courses on Japanese culture as well as graduate-level courses in Japanese linguistics. Native or near-native fluency in both English and Japanese is required.

Performance Objectives:

Teaches courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels (e.g., Elements of Japanese Culture, Introduction to Japanese Linguistics, and other Japanese language/linguistics courses)

Conducts research focusing on interactional linguistics, such as sociolinguistics, pragmatics, or discourse analysis, with a strong quantitative background (e.g., use of AI, large language models, and/or statistics, etc.)

Demonstrates a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a student body with many different backgrounds at both the undergraduate and graduate levels

Provides analytical and quantitative training to help students approach and understand Japanese interactions through language data

Actively contributes to cross-disciplinary research and is able to utilize media resources such as manga, animé, and video games (e.g., encouraged to engage with and leverage the internationally renowned manga collection at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum; expected to contribute to the university-level AI Fluency Initiative and the proposed Arts & Humanities AI Institute, and to foster synergy with other programs within DEALL and across campus, e.g., East Asian Studies, Linguistics, Film/Media Studies, Popular Culture Studies, Game Studies, Psychology, Cognitive Sciences, Translation and Interpreting, and so on)

Contributes to the department in service and committee work as assigned Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

PhD in Japanese linguistics or a related field in hand by August 15, 2026

Specialization in one or more areas of Japanese pragmatics, sociolinguistics, discourse analysis, conversation analysis, corpus linguistics, media language, or related fields

Ability to provide analytical and quantitative training to help students approach and understand Japanese interactions through language data

Native or near-native fluency in both English and Japanese Desired:

College level teaching experience

Ability to utilize media resources such as manga, animé, and video games

Ability to contribute to the university-level AI Fluency Initiative and the proposed Arts & Humanities AI Institute

Ability to foster synergy with other programs within DEALL and across campus Additional Information

The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications. Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting from your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

Additional Information:

How to Apply:

All applications must be received by January 9, 2026, to receive full consideration. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Mineharu Nakayama (Japanese Search Committee Chair) at .

Application materials submitted in Workday must include:

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. Please include the names and email addresses for three references in your CV.

Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, and publications. A section of your CV should include a list of all courses you have taught and the names and email addresses of three references.

Attachment 3: A Research Statement: The research statement is a summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plans as a faculty member.

Attachment 4: A Teaching and Mentoring Statement: The teaching and mentoring statement is a statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.

Attachment 5: A writing sample (up to 50 pages). After submitting your application materials in Workday, you will receive an email from Ohio State Human Resources with instructions to provide the names and contact information of three individuals who will submit letters of recommendation on your behalf.

To ensure timely processing, it is important that you respond to this email promptly. This will initiate the request for your references to submit their letters.

For candidates who advance to a round of ZOOM interviews, we reserve the right to request additional materials (dissertations, book manuscripts, teaching evaluations, etc.). Candidates who advance to the status of finalists will be invited to present their research and teaching virtually.

Application closes: Friday January 9, 2026

The position will begin August 15, 2026. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Mineharu Nakayama (Japanese Search Committee Chair) at .

The College:

With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential for a lifetime of success.

Department Information:

The Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures (DEALL) in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University is one of the largest programs of its kind in the United States. It offers undergraduate degrees in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language and literature. The graduate program offers the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in both Chinese and Japanese in the disciplines of literature, linguistics, and language pedagogy. DEALL's undergraduate language programs offer one of the most extensive and diverse curricula in the country. They include innovative programs such as the Individualized Track and the Intensive Track language programs. DEALL faculty also teach many courses in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean literature, linguistics, folklore, culture, and film. The mission of the Department is to advance and disseminate knowledge of the languages, literatures, and cultures of East Asia. The Department comprises faculty members whose work ranges across several areas of inquiry; three geographical and cultural regions of East Asia, namely, China, Japan, and Korea; and various periods of history. The Department is committed to maintaining and enhancing its national and international reputation in research, education, and professional service.

The University:

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

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