Professor or Associate Professor in 20th- and 21st-century German Studies

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Germanic and Slavic Lang Lit - 311600 Posting Open Date 10/08/2026 Application Deadline 12/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Professor or Associate Professor in 20th- and 21st-century German Studies Appointment Type Tenured/Tenure Track Vacancy ID FAC0006153 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications Proposed Start Date 07/01/2027

Position Information

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures is committed to research and teaching at all levels in German, Russian and several other Germanic, Central European, and Slavic languages, literatures and cultures. One of the most vibrant departments of its kind in the nation, GSLL is closely linked with interdisciplinary programs including UNC's INSITE-Europe, UNC Film Studies, and the Carolina Center for Jewish Studies. We are also home to the Carolina-Duke Graduate Program in German Studies, one of the country's leading graduate programs in German.

Position Summary

The Department of Germanic and Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a full-time, tenured position at the Professor or Associate Professor rank specializing in 20th- and 21st-century German Studies. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an active commitment to research and scholarship, teach courses across the undergraduate and graduate curricula, including advanced language courses, and participate in service activities supporting the department and the Carolina-Duke Graduate Program in German Studies.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. (or related degree) in German Studies, Comparative Literature, or a related discipline, and command native or near-native competence in English and German.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

We are especially interested in candidates with demonstrated research expertise in German film and television, media studies, visual culture, cultural studies, or related fields. We encourage applications from candidates whose teaching and research aligns with our departmental mission and curriculum as outlined on our website. (http://gsll.unc.edu/).

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

N/A

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Applicants must apply online at:

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326358 and upload the following:

• A letter of application
• A CV
• Separate statements of research and teaching
• Two sample course syllabi, one at the undergraduate level and one at the graduate level
• An English-language scholarly writing sample of approximately 25 pages

At the time of application, candidates will also be required to provide the names, titles, affiliations, and email addresses of four professional references. Recommenders must hold the same or a higher faculty rank than the applicant. The identified recommenders will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. Reference letters must be signed and submitted on institutional letterhead.

Questions should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Prof. Tobias Wilke, at GSLL_GermanFilmMediaSearch@unc.edu.

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/326358

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Tobias Wilke/Associate Professor, Program Chair For German Studies Department Contact Telephone or Email GSLL_GermanFilmMediaSearch@unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• Writing/research Sample
• Teaching Philosophy/evaluations
• Sample Syllabus
• Research Statement

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a PhD granted in the academic field indicated, or in a related field?

• Yes

• No

• • What is your primary field of specialization?

(Open Ended Question)

• Please list any secondary field(s) of specialization.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have native or near-native fluency in English and in German?

(Open Ended Question)