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Introduction to Japanese Culture Introduction to cultural practices in traditional and modern Japanese society. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor ...

Review of Japanese grammar and development of aural-oral and written skills. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05/26 ...

Introduction to modern written Japanese: Hiragana and Katakana. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05/26 Applications ...

Introduction to modern written Japanese: Hiragana and Katakana. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05/26 Applications ...

Introduction to modern written Japanese: Hiragana and Katakana. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05/26 Applications ...

Introduction to modern written Japanese: Hiragana and Katakana. Posting limited to: Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05/26 Applications ...

Cours avance de japonais I / Advanced Japanese I Course Code: JPN3901 Section: A Course Description ... Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD): 2026/05 ...

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How much do japanese professor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for japanese professor in the United States is $114,792.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,500.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Japanese Professor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Japanese Professor, you need advanced proficiency in the Japanese language, deep knowledge of Japanese culture and literature, and typically a doctorate in Japanese Studies or a related field. Experience with language teaching platforms, curriculum development tools, and familiarity with educational technologies such as LMS (Learning Management Systems) are often required. Excellent communication, mentorship, and intercultural awareness are essential soft skills that foster student engagement and academic success. These skills and qualities are vital for effectively educating students and contributing to a university's academic environment.

What are some common responsibilities and challenges faced by a Japanese Professor?

Japanese Professors are responsible for designing and delivering lectures, developing course materials, leading discussions, and assessing student progress in language and cultural studies. They often advise students on academic pathways, conduct research, and participate in departmental initiatives. A common challenge in this role is engaging students with diverse language proficiency levels and maintaining cultural authenticity in course content. Professors also collaborate with colleagues on research projects and curriculum improvements, which offers opportunities for academic growth and interdisciplinary work.

What is a Japanese Professor job?

A Japanese Professor is an academic professional who teaches Japanese language, literature, and culture at a college or university. They design course curricula, conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and guide students in their language proficiency and cultural understanding. In addition to teaching, they may also participate in academic conferences, advise students, and contribute to departmental activities. Many Japanese Professors specialize in fields such as linguistics, classical literature, or modern Japanese studies.

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Infographic showing various Japanese Professor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 37% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,792 per year, or $55.2 per hour.

APTPUO - JPN2101A - AUT/FALL 2026

Uottawa

Campus, IL

$239.47/hr

Part-time

PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Posting Reason:

New Position

Location:

Main Campus

Academic Period:

2026 Fall Semester

Faculty:

Faculte des arts / Faculty of Arts

Academic Unit:

Departement des langues et litteratures modernes \\ Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

Course Title:

Introduction to Japanese Culture

Course Code:

JPN2101

Section:

A

Course Description:

Introduction to Japanese Culture
Introduction to cultural practices in traditional and modern Japanese society.

Posting limited to:

Professeur a temps-partiel regulier / Regular Part-Time Professor

Date Posted (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/05/26

Applications must be received BEFORE (YYYY/MM/DD):

2026/06/27

Expected Enrolment:

45

Approval date:

2026/05/26

Number of credits:

3

Work Hours:

39

Hourly Rate:

Enseignement / Teaching: $239.47 (2024-2025)

The academic year starts on September 1 and ends on August 31.

These rates do not included vacation pay nor statutory pay.

These rates will be applied until a new collective agreement is ratified. Retro will be paid after the ratification.

Course type:

C

Posting type:

Regulier / Regular

Language of instruction:

Anglais | English

Competence in second language:

Active

Course Schedule:

Lundi | Monday 17:30-19:00 Mercredi | Wednesday 17:30-19:00 -

Requirements:

Maitrise en japonais ou l'equivalent. Experience dans l'enseignement de la culture japonaise. Bilingue (francais et anglais). / M.A. in Japanese or equivalent. Experience in the teaching of Japanese Culture. Bilingual (French and English).

Additional Information and/or Comments:

This course will be offered in person.

An acceptable level of education and/or experience could be viewed as being equivalent to the educational required and/or demonstrated experience. If you are invited to continue the selection process, please notify us of any adaptive measures you might require. Information you send us will be handled respectfully and in complete confidence. Employees are required under provincial law to successfully complete all mandatory legislated training. The list of training may be modified by provincial law.

The hiring process will be governed by the current APTPUO collective agreements; you can click here for the main unit, here for the OLBI unit, or here for the Toronto/Windsor unit to find out more.

The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are passionate about our people and committed to employment equity. We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence. While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. The University is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible, barrier-free work environment. The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes. Applicants with disabilities may contact vra.affairesprofessorales@uottawa.ca to communicate the accommodation need. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 - Covid-19 Vaccination. This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.