The Department of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures, and Cultures at The University invites applications for a full-time visiting faculty position teaching German for the 2026-2027 academic year. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach German language courses at all levels. According to departmental standard, the teaching load is eight courses per year, contingent upon enrollments.

How to Apply:

To apply, visit jobs.uiowa.edu and refer to requisition #75941. Complete applications must include:

• A letter of interest


• Curriculum vitae


• Statement of teaching philosophy


• Contact details for three referees, who will be contacted for letters of recommendation at the semifinalist stage

Screening of applications will begin in the beginning of June, but the application window will remain open until the position is satisfactorily filled.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

• Applicants must hold an M.A. in German, German Studies, or a related area

• Native or near-native fluency in German and English


• A minimum of 3 years of university-level teaching experience, teaching all levels of German language

• Experience teaching online language courses in asynchronous format


• Familiarity with Netzwerk Neu A1, A2


• Ability to teach upper-level courses in German, including Business German


• Five or more years of university-level German teaching experience


• Experience teaching German Studies or humanities-oriented courses in English