Assistant Professor

We invite applications for a position at the rank of tenure-track assistant professor to begin September 1, 2025. We seek a dynamic, creative, productive scholar and teacher with a focus on literature, media, and performance since 1945. We are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in fields including contemporary and transnational literatures, trans- and multilingualism, migration and diaspora studies, and Jewish studies. The successful candidate will have native or near-native fluency in German and English and will be expected to teach a full range of courses across our undergraduate and graduate curricula. Applications should consist of a letter of inquiry, CV, teaching statement, writing sample of circa 25 pages, and three letters of recommendation. For fullest consideration, apply by November 5, 2024. Ph.D. is expected by appointment start date. Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom.

Our faculty is committed to building an inclusive intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. We are especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our department. This position is subject to the university's background check policy. You may apply online at https://dof.princeton.edu/academicjobs. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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