Assistant Professor of Korean
Asian Languages and Literature
The Department of Asian Languages and Literature, University of Washington, invites
applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Korean beginning in September
2008. The area of specialization is Korean literature. Special consideration will be given to
candidates whose research interests relate to those of the Chinese and Japanese faculties of the
department, and who have knowledge of a second relevant Asian language.
Duties will involve the teaching and supervision of Modern Korean language courses at various
levels as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in Korean literature. The PhD degree is
required by the date of appointment. In addition to pursuing a high level of research, faculty
members in the Department of Asian Languages and Literature are expected to teach at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels, to supervise graduate and, where appropriate, undergraduate
research, and to serve in administrative capacities in the Department and the University.
Applications, including curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and three
letters of recommendation should be sent to:
Chair, Korean Literature Search Committee
Department of Asian Languages and Literature
University of Washington
Box 353521
Seattle WA 98195-3521
You may also apply for this position through this link:
http://www.washington.edu:80/admin/acadpers/communications/ad/aa1911.html
The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages
applications from women and minority candidates. The University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Notes:
The
University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To
request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability
Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (tty) or dso@u.washington.edu.
