Assistant Professor of Instruction in Korean language

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at Northwestern University invites applications for a benefits-eligible, non-tenure track, full-time Assistant Professor of Instruction in Korean language to begin on September 1, 2022. The successful candidate will work with existing faculty members in the Korean Language Program and must be able to teach elementary to advanced Korean language for both heritage and non-heritage language learners. Duties include a six-course teaching load (typically two per quarter) at all levels for heritage and non-heritage learners.  Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in foreign pedagogy, second language education, Korean language/linguistics, applied linguistics, or other related field, teaching experience in U.S. higher education, native or near-native proficiency in both Korean and English. More information on the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures can be found at: http://www.alc.northwestern.edu/.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness (course syllabi and teaching evaluations), teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation.  For full consideration, an unedited video recording of the applicant’s classroom teaching demonstration should be made available electronically.  The online application form can be found here: https://www.alc.northwestern.edu/about/open-faculty-positions/.  

Questions may be addressed to: asianlac@northwestern.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The review of applications will start on Nov. 12, 2021.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.