MCLC: Taiwan Literature research associate

[Denton, Kirk]

MCLC LIST
From: Letty Chen <llchen at wustl.edu>
Subject: Taiwan Literature research associate
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Taiwan Literature
Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures - 26527

Washington University

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Washington
University in St. Louis invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral
teaching fellowship in late Qing through early 20th century Chinese
literature and culture, with a preference for scholars specializing in
Taiwan’s literary development during the colonial period. In addition to
carrying on research in this area, the successful candidate will be asked
to teach three courses each year, at least one of which should be an
advanced course or seminar that focuses on the legacy of colonialism in
Taiwan literature and culture in the greater East Asian context.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate prior successful teaching
experience and must have a Ph.D. in Chinese literature or related field
prior to the start of the appointment. This position begins in January
2014, with the possibility of renewal for two additional years.

Applicants must apply through the Washington University HR website:
https://jobs.wustl.edu/
Job ID number: 26527.

Applications must include a cover letter, descriptions and sample syllabi
of courses, a CV, and a research statement of up to 1,500 words; all
material must be uploaded to the online application. Three letters of
reference should be emailed directly by the writers to the Search
Committee Chair, Professor Letty Chen at: llchen at wustl.edu; inquiries may
be addressed toealc at artsci.wustl.edu.  Application review will begin
October 1, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

Washington University in St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action employer, and encourages women, minorities, and persons with
disabilities to apply. Employment eligibility is required upon appointment.

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