The Department of World Languages and Cultures at Washington College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of German to begin on August 19, 2024. This position is for the fall semester and ends in December 2024.

To apply, please submit the following through the college's online portal:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin May 8 and continue until the position has been filled. Please direct any inquiries about the position to Dr. Grewling, search chair (ngrewling2@washcoll.edu). For assistance accessing our portal, contact hr@washcoll.edu.

About Washington College

Founded in 1782, Washington College is a selective liberal arts institution of about 1,000 students that emphasizes excellence in teaching and a commitment to scholarly research. It is located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, about 1.5 hours from Washington, Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Our department is a creative and dynamic program that engages in a critical way with nearly every student on campus. For more information, please consult the college's and the department's websites, and view the college's diversity statement.

Washington College values diversity within our students, faculty, and staff and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Washington College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws. We particularly encourage members of historically underrepresented groups, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community to apply for this position. Information on Washington College's Title IX compliance can be found here.

Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. It is the policy of Washington College to provide reasonable accommodations. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact hr@washcoll.edu.

The successful candidate will have a record of effectiveness in and commitment to undergraduate teaching and possess native or near-native proficiency in German and English. An MA in German or a related field is required, but preference will be for those who are ABD or have PhDs. Teaching responsibilities consist of a course each at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced German language level. In addition, the faculty member is expected to support program-related co-curricular activities. For candidates qualified to teach French courses at all language levels, there is the possibility of continued employment for the spring semester 2025. If applicable, applicants are invited to discuss relevant qualifications in their letter of interest and CV.