Dear SSJ Forum members,

Please take note of the below advert for two positions in contemporary Japanese studies.

Thank you,

Hendrik Meyer-Ohle
Associate Professor
Head, Department of Japanese Studies
National University of Singapore

Two Positions in Contemporary Japanese Studies (Open
Rank: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor)

The Department of Japanese Studies, National University of Singapore invites applications for two (2) open-rank positions in contemporary Japanese studies. Candidates from all disciplines working on contemporary Japan are encouraged to apply (excluding Japanese language which is taught in a separate University unit). We are particularly interested in filling one of the positions with a candidate competent to teach/research in aspects of contemporary Japanese popular culture. Candidates should be willing to contribute to the Department's team-taught, interdisciplinary modules.

Fluency in English and Japanese is required. An attractive salary and benefits package will be determined according to experience/seniority. To apply, please submit a full CV, contact details of three referees, writing samples, past teaching evaluations (if applicable), and a statement indicating research and teaching interest to: Mr. Tan Kay Hoe by e-mail (jpssec@nus.edu.sg as a single, clearly labeled .pdf file) or post (Dept. of Japanese Studies, FASS, NUS, AS4, 9 Arts Link , Singapore 117570). The National University of Singapore is consistently ranked as one of the world's best universities, and has emerged as a leading force in all fields of Asian studies. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds.

Further information on the Department of Japanese Studies is available at http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/jps/.

Applicants attending the AAS/ICAS conference in Hawaii (Mar.31~Apr.3, 2011) are encouraged to contact the Department ahead of time to arrange an informal meeting at the conference. Application closes on March 21, 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.