The Asian Studies Program of this highly selective private liberal arts college, located in south-central Maine, invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track position in Chinese Language and Culture to begin in Fall, 2010.  Ph.D. is preferred but ABD candidates will be considered.  A native/near native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English, a strong commitment to teaching language courses at all levels and training in Chinese language pedagogy are required; experience preferred.  Applicants with strengths in Chinese cultural studies, linguistics, literature, pedagogy, or social sciences with a focus on China are invited to apply.  Duties include courses in Chinese language and culture, in the candidate’s area of expertise, and senior thesis advising.  Review of applications will begin November 2, 2009 and remain open until the position is filled.  For more information about Asian Studies at Bates, see www.Bates.edu/ASIA.xml?dept-ASIA.   To apply, submit a letter of application, vita and three letters of recommendation.  Candidates are also invited to submit scholarly manuscripts, course syllabi, teaching evaluations and a statement of teaching philosophy.  Send materials to:

Bates College values a diverse college community and seeks to assure Equal Opportunity through a continuing and effective Affirmative Action program.