CLTA newsletter Jan. 2020

CLTA NEWSLETTER January 2020
The East Asian program in the School of
International Letters and Cultures at Arizona
State University is seeking a full-time, 9-
month faculty member at the rank of
Associate or Full Professor tenured in
Chinese literature and culture, field and time
period of research open. The successful
candidate will contribute to curriculum
development in Chinese language, literature,
and culture; teach two courses per semester
at the undergraduate and graduate level on
the Tempe campus; supervise honors,
masters and doctoral students; conduct
research and publish in top-tier journals and
presses; participate in professional and
university service. Learn more about what
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
has to offer by
viewing https://thecollege.asu.edu/faculty.
Arizona State University is a leading major
public university committed to inclusion and
excellence in research and education. The
Chinese program hosts a NSEP Chinese
Flagship immersion program and has a
thriving and strong graduate program.
SILC’s programs are increasing in size and
excellence at a robust rate, and we seek a
candidate who excels in both research and
teaching to help advance the School’s
programs to national prominence.
Applicants at advanced Associate or Full
Professor level are encouraged to apply.
Anticipated start date is August 2020. For
further information on the hire,
contact Stephen.H.West@asu.edu
Required qualifications:
•An earned doctorate in Chinese literature
and culture, or a closely related field
•Deep knowledge of Chinese literature and
culture, based on a solid control of sources
as demonstrated through close
reading of written or visual text
•Knowledge of current theoretical
paradigms and research methodologies of
the field
•Commitment to interdisciplinary research
•Quality record of published original and
innovative research
•Ability to use basic instructional
technology (Canvas, Box, etc.)
•Ability to teach content courses in Chinese
Desired Qualifications:
•Knowledge of either a second Asian or
European language
•Background in translation, translation
studies, environmental humanities, or
science studies
•Ability to contribute to SILC-wide courses
on literary and cultural theory
•A commitment to cultivating and
supporting a diverse faculty and student
population
To apply, submit the following
electronically
to http://apply.interfolio.com/67778: 1) a
current curriculum vitae; 2) a letter
addressed to Stephen H. West, Search
Committee Chair, outlining research
program, teaching philosophy, and how the
applicant’s experiences fit the qualifications
listed above; 3) a statement addressing how
your past and/or potential contributions to
diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s
commitment to inclusive excellence; 4) 2-3
copies of syllabi of courses taught; 5) one
example of research writing in English, no
longer than 45 pages; and 6) the names,
positions, phone numbers, and email
addresses of three references who may be
contacted directly by (Interfolio Faculty
Search) or by the committee. Application
deadline is October 24, 2019: if not filled,
every two weeks thereafter until the search
is closed. By policy, the successful
candidate must be eligible to work in the
United States by time of hire.
The College values our cultural and
intellectual diversity, and continually strives
to foster a welcoming and inclusive
environment. We are especially interested in
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