The Department of German Studies invites applications for a 1-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal in any area of German Studies, beginning Fall 2026. Near-native fluency in German is required. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests might include but are not limited to: 20th-21st century German-language literature, film, visual culture, theater, or other media; interdisciplinary connections to African Diaspora Studies, Jewish Studies, Gender and Women’s studies, LGBTQ+ studies, (post)colonial studies, or a focus on other minoritized communities in the German-speaking world The teaching load is five courses over two semestersAdditional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at HTTPS://WWW.GRINNELL.EDU/ACADEMICS/MAJORS-CONCENTRATIONS/GERMAN.
Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.
In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by February 15, 2026.
To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials:
Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor DANIEL REYNOLDS at [GermanStudiesSearch@grinnell.edu] or 641-269-3097.
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