Associate or Full Professor in Modern Japanese Cultural Studies

Department: WCAS Asian Languages & Culture
Modern Japanese Cultural Studies

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at Northwestern University invites applications for a full time, senior appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor specializing in modern Japanese cultural studies (19th century to the present) with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2027. The area of specialization is open, though fields of expertise may include literary studies, film and media studies, and/or the study of visual and material culture. The successful candidate will teach four courses annually over the course of three academic quarters, advise undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to a vibrant interdisciplinary community of scholars of Asian cultures at Northwestern.

To apply, please submit the following materials electronically via https://alc.northwestern.edu/about/open-faculty-positions/: A letter of application discussing areas of research and teaching expertise as well as administrative experience, along with a CV, one writing sample (article or chapter-length), and contact information for three references ready to write on your behalf. Review of applications will begin October 9, 2026. Further materials may be requested after an initial review of applications.

Applicants may direct questions to the search committee chair, Associate Professor Corey Byrnes, at corey.byrnes@northwestern.edu.

Salary
This is an open rank search. The expected base pay based on rank is as follows:
Associate Professor: $120,000 - $150,000
Professor: $150,000 - $200,000

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

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