Lecturer or Assistant Teaching Professor in Chinese (Department of Asian Studies)
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Sep 16, 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. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding.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 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 | |