Assistant Professor - German Studies
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How to Apply
All application materials should be submitted online at https://careers.umich.edu. Materials must be submitted/uploaded as one PDF document:
Cover letter
Current curriculum vitae
Teaching evaluations and other evidence of teaching excellence
Statement of current and future research plans
Statement of teaching philosophy
An article-length writing sample
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Job Summary
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track position in German Studies to begin August 25, 2025.
This is a university year appointment and will be at the level of Assistant Professor.
We are looking for a scholar with a focus on German Literature, Culture, and the Arts pre-1900.
We are particularly interested in scholars who combine expertise in visual studies, literary studies, performance studies or music with a methodological approach focusing on questions of race and/or gender and sexuality.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Responsibilities *
The successful candidate will teach a range of courses in German and English, from introductory undergraduate lecture courses through graduate seminars;
Supervise doctoral dissertations;
Participate actively in the department and support the department through committee work
Research
Required Qualifications *
Near native fluency in German and English
Familiarity with U.S. system of higher education;
Ph.D. in German Studies or related fields in hand by July 1, 2025.
Additional Information
The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply. Employment will require a criminal background check.
Applicants are also encouraged to consider applying to theCollegiate Fellowship Program (https://ncid.umich.edu/initiatives/lsa-collegiate-fellowship-program/) in the U-M College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, as appropriate.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Contact Information
For any questions, please contact the Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures at [email protected] .
Application Deadline
The application deadline is Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Interviews will be held via zoom in early December.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
252213
Working Title
Assistant Professor - German Studies
Job Title
ASST PROFESSOR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA Germanic Languages & Lit.
Posting Begin/End Date
7/26/2024 - 10/15/2024
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular
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