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... Chinese and East Asian studies within the department, across the university, and in the profession ... The Crawford Professorship also includes a generous annual research support. This position will be ...

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Adjunct Assistant Professor, Speech

Campus, IL · On-site

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... Chinese, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), French, Humanities, Philosophy, Religious Studies ... The Adjunct Assistant Professor must have the flexibility to teach courses during the day, evening ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for chinese studies professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chinese Studies Professor vs Chinese Language Instructor?

AspectChinese Studies ProfessorChinese Language Instructor
Required CredentialsPhD in Chinese Studies or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Chinese Language or Education
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, research institutionsLanguage schools, community colleges, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic institutions, research centersLanguage training centers, educational institutions
Common Search & Comparison IntentAcademic career, research, teaching at university levelLanguage teaching, conversational fluency, practical skills

The main difference between a Chinese Studies Professor and a Chinese Language Instructor lies in their focus and work environment. Chinese Studies Professors typically hold advanced degrees and work in academic or research settings, focusing on scholarly research and university-level teaching. Chinese Language Instructors usually have relevant language certifications and teach practical language skills in language schools or community settings. Both roles involve teaching Chinese, but their career paths and environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Chinese Studies Professor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,057 per year, or $38.5 per hour.

Professor of Chinese (Assistant/Associate/Full)

Greenville, SC • On-site

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
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$100 - $125/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach five courses per year, including language classes at various levels and content courses in Chinese Studies.

  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum, advise and mentor students, and coordinate program activities.

  • Direct study abroad programs, teach first-year seminars, offer interdisciplinary courses on Asian Studies, pursue research, and perform university service.

Job description

Professor of Chinese (Assistant/Associate/Full)

Welcome to Furman University's Career Site!

If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources via email at recruitment@furman.edu or by calling 864-294-3103.

Job Title:

Professor of Chinese (Assistant/Associate/Full)

Job Family:

Furman Faculty

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full time

Pay Type:

Salary

Department:

Asian Studies

Job Summary:

The Department of Asian Studies at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant, associate, or professor of Chinese to begin August 2027. Candidates must demonstrate a record of effective teaching and student engagement in Chinese language instruction. The successful candidate will also teach courses in their field of Chinese Studies (specialization open) to complement our departmental offerings, such as cultural studies, film, literature, or other related fields.

The successful candidate will teach five courses per year, which will include language classes at various levels and content courses in the candidate's area of expertise. Responsibilities also include collaborating with colleagues to strengthen and expand the Chinese program through curriculum development, student advising and mentoring, and shared program coordination. The position is also responsible for directing study abroad, teaching first-year seminars, offering interdisciplinary courses on Asian Studies, pursuing an active research agenda, and performing university service. The successful candidate will join one of the largest Asian Studies departments among liberal arts undergraduate institutions, with a strong commitment to engaged learning and interdisciplinary teaching. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chinese or a related field expected by Aug 1, 2027. Native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching and promoting an engaged and inclusive teaching environment and show strong potential for scholarly achievement. Successful candidates will also demonstrate the potential to be dedicated contributors to The Furman Advantage https://www.furman.edu/furman-advantage/. The position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Job Description:

The Department of Asian Studies at Furman University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant, associate, or professor of Chinese to begin August 2027. Candidates must demonstrate a record of effective teaching and student engagement in Chinese language instruction. The successful candidate will also teach courses in their field of Chinese Studies (specialization open) to complement our departmental offerings, such as cultural studies, film, literature, or other related fields.

The successful candidate will teach five courses per year, which will include language classes at various levels and content courses in the candidate's area of expertise. Responsibilities also include collaborating with colleagues to strengthen and expand the Chinese program through curriculum development, student advising and mentoring, and shared program coordination. The position is also responsible for directing study abroad, teaching first-year seminars, offering interdisciplinary courses on Asian Studies, pursuing an active research agenda, and performing university service. The successful candidate will join one of the largest Asian Studies departments among liberal arts undergraduate institutions, with a strong commitment to engaged learning and interdisciplinary teaching. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Chinese or a related field expected by Aug 1, 2027. Native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in teaching and promoting an engaged and inclusive teaching environment and show strong potential for scholarly achievement. Successful candidates will also demonstrate the potential to be dedicated contributors to The Furman Advantage https://www.furman.edu/furman-advantage/. The position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Furman University is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community through excellence in teaching, mentorship, scholarship, and programming. We believe that cultural understanding, inclusiveness, and freedom of inquiry, thought, and discourse are essential components of a transformative undergraduate education. We advance these ideals with a liberal arts and sciences curriculum built on a substantial general education program, featuring traditional and innovative elements, and a robust portfolio of disciplinary and interdisciplinary major and minor areas of study. Additionally, we have established and continue to develop various initiatives, including historic projects, dialogue programs such as On Discourse and the Intergroup Dialogues Program, the Center for Interpersonal Connections, and four distinctive external-facing institutes. The successful candidate will have the ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to Furman's commitment to expanding access and opportunity to Furman's rich learning culture.

Inquiries may be directed to Dongming Zhang, Chair of the Chinese Search Committee, Department of Asian Studies, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613, dongming.zhang@furman.edu.

Education Requirements: Certification Requirements: Job Posting End Date (if date is blank, posting is openended): Benefits
  • The position offers competitive salary and benefits.
  • Domestic partners of employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits.

Furman is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff. The University aspires to create a community of people representing a multiplicity of identities including gender, race, religion, spiritual belief, sexual orientation, geographic origin, socioeconomic background, ideology, world view, and varied abilities.

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