Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of German
Posting Number
F00056JP
Department
German
Position Summary

The German Department at Bowdoin College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor, two-year sabbatical replacement position (with possible extension for a third year). Appointment begins July 2017, pending final administrative approval. Research specialization is open in any area of post-1750 German-language literature and culture. Candidates who allow us to expand our curriculum in new directions are preferred. A strong commitment to teaching all levels of German language, literature, and culture and evidence of success as a teacher at the college level are essential. Native or near-native fluency in German and English expected. Load: Two preparations per semester. The successful candidate will teach courses at all levels of the German language & culture sequence, upper-level seminar(s) in German, and large culture course(s) in English. Ph.D. preferred, advanced ABD considered.
Bowdoin College accepts only electronic submissions. Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu to submit a c.v., a letter of application, and the names and contact information for three references who will provide letters of recommendation.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2016 and continue until the position is filled.

A highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast with a diverse student body made up of 31% students of color, 5% international students and approximately 15% first generation college students, Bowdoin College is committed to equality, is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability status in employment, or in our education programs. For further information about the college please visit our website: http://www.bowdoin.edu

Posting Date
10/21/2016
Applications Accepted Until

Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

At the time of application, you will be required to include information for a minimum of three references, including name, title, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
Once you have provided the required reference information and submitted your application, the reference providers will receive an email which is generated automatically from the application system. The email will provide them a link within which to upload a confidential reference letter on your behalf.
You will not be able to view the reference letters but will be able to see how many have been submitted on your behalf.

Employment Category
Full Time Year Round
Job Start Date
07/01/2017
Job End Date
06/30/2019
Job Type
Faculty
Background Check Package Requirements
Faculty/Administrative



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