Lecturer - World Languages and Cultures

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Position Title:Lecturer - World Languages and Cultures

Job Category:Academic Staff

Employment Type:Regular

Job Profile:Lecturer

Job Duties:

Attention:

The Department of World Languages and Cultures in the College of
Letters and Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
invites applications for a full-time instructor position to teach
several levels of Japanese language in an interdisciplinary setting
(Department of World Languages & Cultures and Japanese
Studies).

This will be a fixed term appointment. Reappointment for subsequent
terms is dependent upon the needs of the University, funding, and
staffing requirements. For information on fixed term contracts: UW
System Admin Policy 1250: Job Security.

Job Details:

The position will include teaching several levels of Japanese
language and may include some remote online delivery, as some
courses may be delivered from a UW-System campus to other UW-System
institutions through the University of Wisconsin Collaborative
Language Program. In addition, the Japanese language instructor
will be expected to work closely with the ALLEX Fellow, a
professionally trained, native-speaking Japanese instructor who
assists in teaching Japanese language and culture to our
students.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other
work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates
must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time
of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment
term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human
Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore
STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Teaching responsibilities involve a 26-credit teaching load per

academic year as well as supervising potential independent studies
for completion of Japanese Studies Thesis (for majors only).

Department:

World Languages and Cultures

The UW-Whitewater Department of World Languages & Cultures is
housed in the College of Letters and Sciences. The department
offers programs in World Languages & Cultures, including
American Sign Language (ASL), Arabic, French, German, Japanese, and
Spanish. The World Language & Cultures programs support other
programs and serve the general student population in fulfilling BA
or other language requirements.

Compensation:

Well-qualified candidates can expect a minimum starting annual
salary of $50,000 commensurate with the candidate's education,
related experience, and qualifications.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn
more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review
the
UW System Employee Benefits Brochure .

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Japanese language or an area closely

related

• Native Japanese speakers preferred; native or near-native

proficiency in Japanese required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Japanese language or an area closely related
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching with an emphasis on

promoting the success of undergraduate students and a dedication to
working with diverse populations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interact respectfully with people with diverse

socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in

following applicable safety rules and regulations including
necessary training and drills.

How to Apply:

Only complete application packages will be considered. This
includes online submission of the following documents. If
submitting more than five application materials, you'll need to
combine files prior to uploading and label with an appropriate
name.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Name and contact information for three professional

references

• Two (2) current letters of recommendation (with candidate name

in the subject line), must be sent to romeronc11@uww.edu by the
references directly

Contact Information:

If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are
unable to complete the application online due to a disability or
system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or
hr@uww.edu.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Dr. Hala Ghoneim, Professor in the Department of World
Languages & Cultures

Email: ghoneimh@uww.edu

Office Phone: (262) 472-5060

Office Location: 3116 Laurentide - University of
Wisconsin-Whitewater

800 W. Main Street

Whitewater, WI 53190

To Ensure Consideration:

Applications received by January 15, 2027, are ensured full
consideration, position will remain open until filled. The most
qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next
step of the selection process.

CAMPUS INFORMATION:

UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in
southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class,
affordable higher education programs to more students than
neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin
System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted
to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and
Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and
academic programs — online and in person — from associate to
doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability,
inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately
one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many
areas, especially business and education. The campus and community
embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts
and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship
athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent
of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students
with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.

UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee,
Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and
commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both
Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous
visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college
community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area
residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus
is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock
River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus
Universities of Wisconsin ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate
in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In
response to a public records request, the University will not
reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in
writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate
will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System
Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin
Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater
requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment.
A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of
employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire,
whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently
under investigation for, or left employment during an active
investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or
sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks,
these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also
be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees
be active participants in following applicable safety rules and
regulations including necessary training and drills.

For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime
statistics/annual Security Report, see
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a
paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at
262-472-4660.

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
individuals to apply.