Teaching Assistant Professor of German Language

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete an online application and upload the following, clearly addressing the position requirements: 1. a current CV; 2. cover letter outlining how your background and experiences specifically match the qualifications; 3. a statement of teaching philosophy, including your vision for the future success of a German Studies program. Three letters of recommendation with complete titles and contact information for each reference should be sent by the referee to [email protected] with the subject line “German Teaching Assistant Professor: [your name]”. (With the exception of the three letters, all other components of an application must be submitted via the gwu.jobs website.) Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

Recruitment Plan

I. RECRUITMENT PLAN

Posting Number:	F002675
Academic Title:	Teaching Assistant Professor of German Language
Rank:	Teaching Assistant Professor
Administrative Title:
Discipline	Humanities
Specialty:
Contract Type:	Special Service, Renewable Appointment (initial appt period) - 08/01/27-05/31/30, Non-Tenure Track
Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Proposed Start Date:	08/01/2027
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Position Description Summary:	The Department of Romance, German, and Slavic Studies at The George Washington University invites applications for one full-time renewable, non-tenure accruing, specialized appointment at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor of German language to begin as early as fall 2027 with an initial three-year appointment.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:	Will include but are not limited to teaching seven courses per year in German language and culture; and collaborating on the development, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum.
Minimum Qualifications:	Applicants must have a Ph.D. or E.D. in German Studies or related field (area of specialization: open); at least three years’ experience teaching at the college level; native or near-native proficiency in both German and English; demonstrated teaching excellence across different levels and courses in German, as evidenced by evaluations, teaching assessments, letters of recommendation, etc.
Advertised Salary:	$75,000-80,000
Other Benefits:	The successful candidate will be eligible for GW’s benefits programs including medical insurance. Available benefits can be reviewed at https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs
Other Information:	German at GW is a vibrant undergraduate program within a multilingual department of faculty engaged in dynamic and interdisciplinary teaching and research in languages and cultures. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, the department is enriched through partnerships with numerous local cultural institutions and embassies. We support community-engaged learning opportunities at all levels of language instruction and partner with units across the university to offer a comprehensive and immersive learning environment for our students.
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Please complete an online application and upload the following, clearly addressing the position requirements: 1. a current CV; 2. cover letter outlining how your background and experiences specifically match the qualifications; 3. a statement of teaching philosophy, including your vision for the future success of a German Studies program. Three letters of recommendation with complete titles and contact information for each reference should be sent by the referee to [email protected] with the subject line “German Teaching Assistant Professor: [your name]”. (With the exception of the three letters, all other components of an application must be submitted via the gwu.jobs website.) Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Department Link:	https://rgss.columbian.gwu.edu/
Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled:	Yes
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Quick Link	https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/129172

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement of Teaching Interest

Optional Documents

1. Names and Contact Information for References
2. Course Evaluations or Summaries

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have Ph.D. or E.D. in German Studies or related field
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have at least three years’ experience teaching at the college level?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have native or near-native proficiency in both German and English?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Can you demonstrate teaching excellence across different levels and courses in German, as evidenced by evaluations, teaching assessments, letters of recommendation, etc?
   • Yes
   • No