Job Title: Assistant Professor of Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian

Position Status: Tenure-Track

Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

Department: CGIJR

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Department of Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian Studies at Colorado College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, and Russian Studies/Program of Chinese with specialization in Chinese language, literature, and culture to begin Fall 2026.

Requirements include a Ph.D. in East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures or Comparative Literature, as well as native or near-native proficiency in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English. The candidate should also demonstrate strong teaching potential and is expected to maintain an active research agenda. Teaching assignments typically include six courses per year, with one block teaching release in the first year, including all levels of Chinese language as well as topics courses in the candidate’s area of interest. The successful candidate will also contribute to the Asian Studies program. The area of specialization within the field of Chinese language, literature, and culture is open. Preference will be given to candidates who can make connections to at least one additional area, such as Environmental Studies, Feminist and Gender Studies, Queer Studies, Disability Studies, Film and Media Studies, or Race and Ethnic Studies. Candidates should also demonstrate an interest in contributing to the college’s study away offerings and will have the opportunity to lead a study away program. The successful candidate will also be committed to departmental and college-wide service, and to building the Chinese Studies Program at CC by working closely with students and engaging them through co-curricular and community-building programming such as activities at the Chinese Japanese House, field trips, or other events.  
 
Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts and sciences college enrolling approximately 2,100 students from across the US and around the world. The College, located on a 99-acre campus in Colorado Springs, is distinguished by its immersive learning and pedagogy made possible by the Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long, allowing for unique teaching and learning strategies. Professors have a six-block teaching duty in the eight-block year, where one of the six blocks may be assigned to supervising senior and independent projects where the work is spread out across the year rather than completed in a conventional block. 
 
Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about the College’s commitment in our Institutional Equity & Belonging web page and the strategic plan “The Strategy for a More Just CC.”  
 
Colorado College is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes members of all groups and reaffirms its commitment not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, caste, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law in its educational programs, activities, and employment practices. We believe that Colorado College grows stronger by recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse faculty committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.
 
For any questions, contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Christiane Steckenbiller csteckenbiller@coloradocollege.edu  

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. in East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures or Comparative Literature, as well as native or near-native proficiency in both Chinese (Mandarin) and English by the start of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

The candidate should also demonstrate strong teaching potential and is expected to maintain an active research agenda. Teaching assignments typically include six courses per year, with one block teaching release in the first year, including all levels of Chinese language as well as topics courses in the candidate’s area of interest. The successful candidate will also contribute to the Asian Studies program. The area of specialization within the field of Chinese language, literature, and culture is open. Preference will be given to candidates who can make connections to at least one additional area, such as Environmental Studies, Feminist and Gender Studies, Queer Studies, Disability Studies, Film and Media Studies, or Race and Ethnic Studies. Candidates should also demonstrate an interest in contributing to the college’s study away offerings and will have the opportunity to lead a study away program. The successful candidate will also be committed to departmental and college-wide service, and to building the Chinese Studies Program at CC by working closely with students and engaging them through co-curricular and community-building programming such as activities at the Chinese Japanese House, field trips, or other events.  

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 09-30-2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation for all candidates (letters will be requested upon application submission)
  
  You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Applicants should submit the following by September 30, 2025 1) a cover letter; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a teaching statement (3 pages maximum); 4) a research statement (3 pages maximum); 5) short answer describing how the candidate might contribute to the college’s mission “to model, inspire, and be active stewards of equity and belonging” (500 words maximum); 6) three letters of recommendation; and 7) undergraduate transcripts and 8) graduate transcripts (unofficial copies and screenshots are suitable for applications; the successful candidate will be required to send official transcripts).  A select group of candidates will then be invited for an interview via Zoom in late October or early November. Campus visits will be scheduled for early December.

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

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Leave Information:

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EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.