Job Summary
The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of New Hampshire is seeking a full time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Chinese.

Besides teaching two courses each semester and advising students, the candidate will contribute to the success of the study abroad programs in China. Ability to teach a course in Chinese literature in translation or in comparative culture, including film, is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work with faculty, staff, and students as well as community groups of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, disability, and ethnic backgrounds is required. 

Acceptable Minimum Qualifications 
The successful candidate will have completed the Ph.D. by the time of employment (August 2016) and will have demonstrated a deep interest in undergraduate teaching, a vigorous and active commitment to scholarship, and a willingness to participate in the service obligations of the program, the department and the University. While the particular area of scholarship is open, the position requires a broad interest in classical and contemporary Chinese culture and society. Further requirements include: native or near-native command of Mandarin Chinese, with standard pronunciation, as well as of English; familiarity with both traditional and simplified Chinese characters; formal pedagogical training in foreign language instruction; and a record of outstanding and inspiring teaching at all levels of Chinese (particularly the fourth-year level) at an American college or university.

The University is committed to creating and nurturing a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences and cultural backgrounds pursue goals with mutual respect and a shared spirit of inquiry.

EEO Statement
The University of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. The university seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged. 

Additional Salary Information: 
Salary is complemented by a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

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Please submit: a letter of application, CV, names and contact information for three recommenders, a writing sample in English (20 pages max.), statements of research plan and teaching philosophy, scholarly documents and graduate transcript. Candidates must tell their recommenders to email their letters as attachments to chinese.program@unh.edu. Sample syllabi and teaching evaluations may also be submitted. Background check may be required prior to employment. To apply, and to view a full job description and minimum qualifications required, visit the following web site: https://jobs.usnh.edu Review of applications will begin 24 December 2015. Initial interviews will be conducted via Skype in mid-January.