Part-time position to teach Introduction to Japanese Literature and Introduction to Japanese Art and Design (Teaching in English), April 2027

Background of the recruitment and description of the project

About TIU

Tokyo International University (TIU) offers undergraduate and graduate programs both in Japanese and English. The English-track degree program, called E-Track, attracts students from around the world. The curriculum of the E-Track Program enables students to cultivate a broad educational background and deepen their knowledge in the specialized fields of International Relations, Business Economics, Digital Business & Innovation, and Data Science & AI.

Work content and job description

Outline

Tokyo International University seeks applicants who can teach liberal arts undergraduate courses on the introductory level of Japanese literature and Japanese art and design.

Starting date

April 2027

Content of work

The course are for freshmen, just entering E-track Program at TIU, covering such issues as (1) comparative culture; (2) Japanese art and design; (3) cultural heritage; (4) art/design/fassion and modernity; (5) comparative literature ; (6) inter-cultural relations/communications; and so on. Two sessions of the course are offered in each semester on Ikebukuro Campus.

The teaching at TIU is conducted on a semester basis, involving 105-minute class twice per week over the duration of 13 weeks per semester. All the classes are conducted at TIU's Ikebururo Campus. The academic year starts in April. Typically, Spring Semester is from April to July, while Fall Semester is from September to December.

Responsibilities include teaching, advising and working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Address of work location

4-42-31 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

Assigned department

Existing departments

Institute for International Strategy and Emerging Technologies

Job type

Lecturer (part-time)

Research field

• Humanities & Social Sciences - Unspecified
• Natural Science - Unspecified

Wages

Wage per class Amount : 33000 yen ~ 39000 yen

Per week (2 class sessions of 105 minutes per week)

Working hours

Working hours :09:00-19:05

Break time :12:40-13:30

Application requirements

Qualifications

Education and Degree Requirements

Ph.D. / Doctor / Master

Description

Candidates must have a PhD or Master's degree in the field of Japanese literature and culture or related fields. Since the referenced courses are offered to students from all over the world with diverse backgrounds, the instructor should have a strong communication skill in English and an ability to guide students with diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.

Due to the current travel restrictions and part-time nature of the position, we will prioritize candidates located in Japan and not requiring visa support.

Employment Type

Part-timer

Part-time

Contract period

Nontenured - Non-tenure track

Employment period: April 1, 2027 to January 31, 2028

Probationary period absent

Work location

170-0013 Tokyo 4-42-31 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku

Compensation

Supplementary explanation of compensation

Compensation and Benefits

• A competitive salary is offered
• Commuting allowance is provided
• Employment period: April 1, 2027 to January 31, 2028
• Working hours: 105-minute class twice per week over the duration of 13 weeks per semester

Application Considerations

Number of hired

1 person(s)

Hiring date : 2027/04/01

Starting date : 2027/04/01

Application period

2026/11/11~2026/11/25 Deadline for receipt

Application method

Attached documents

• Application Form : Online Submission
• Achievements and Activities : Online Submission

Return of application documents

We will dispose of all application documents responsibly.

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E-mail Application
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Recruiting Institution's Web application system
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https://forms.gle/H9iTgCKT9Z1iCxHM6

Selection / Notification of result

Selection

After screening of documents, interviews will be conducted.

Notification of result

Application method

https://forms.gle/H9iTgCKT9Z1iCxHM6

Please specify to which position you are applying and send an email to saiyou@tiu.ac.jp with the following materials attached:

1. Cover letter of application
2. Curriculum vitae (please also include your complete contact details and contact information of three references)
3. List of classes taught (including title of class, brief description of contents, level)
4. Course syllabi of related fields that have been taught at any higher educational institution
5. Copy of diploma, transcript or other official document showing proof of Ph.D. or Master's degree

Note

• We request that all application documents should be sent via e-mail and not by postal mail. Items sent through postal mail cannot be returned.
• Please describe your contact details clearly (phone number, e-mail address, etc.)
• These accounts may experience difficulty receiving e-mails from TIU: @hotmail, @msn, @live, @outlook. Please provide an alternative address if possible.

Selection process

First, a review of applications will be conducted, and only applicants deemed suitable will be contacted and invited for an interview via Zoom. Those applicants who are invited to an interview may be requested to submit two Letters of Recommendation from relevant institutions.

Contact details

Human Resources Department

Tokyo International University Foundation

4-42-31 Higashi Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-0013, Japan

Email: saiyou@tiu.ac.jp

Contact details

Tokyo International University

Human Resources Department

Human Resources Department

0333627221

saiyou(at)tiu.ac.jp

• Please change (at) to @ and send it.

Notes

All the information collected will be used solely for its intended purpose of evaluating applicants. Information will not be used for any other purpose.