Lectureship in the Political Economy of Japan (1,0 fte) – Leiden University – Leiden

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Leiden University

The Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University invites applications for lectureship (for 2,5 years fixed term) in the Political Economy of Japan.

We are seeking applications from scholars of Japan with a PhD in political economy, international relations, political science, development studies, or geography, with demonstrated teaching experience and research potential. The ideal candidate has experience in supervising BA and MA theses, an in-depth understanding of Contemporary Japan, and proficiency in the Japanese language. We have identified supervision and teaching needs in the political economy of Japan, as well as Japan’s integration within the regional and global political economy.

Selection Criteria

  • A doctorate in political economy, international relations, political science, development studies, or geography with a focus on contemporary Japan.
  • Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate students, and supervising theses.
  • High level of proficiency in English and Japanese.
  • If the lecturer does not have the BKO Certificate (University Teaching Qualification) they are expected to complete the BKO track within two years from taking up duty.
  • Key responsibilities

  • Teaching BA- and MA-level courses related to political economy with a focus on Japan/East Asia, in the BA Japan Studies and MA Asian studies (Leiden), BA International Studies (The Hague), and MA International Relations (Leiden).
  • Supervising theses in Japan Studies, (East) Asian Studies and International Relations/Global Political Economy.
  • Contribution to the administrative work within the Japan Studies program and/or related programs in the Humanities.
  • Our organisation
    The Faculty of Humanities is rich in expertise in fields such as philosophy, religious studies, history, art history, literature, linguistics and area studies covering nearly every region of the world. With its staff of 995, the faculty provides 27 master’s and 25 bachelor’s programmes for over 7,000 students based at locations in Leiden and in The Hague.

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