The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Stanford invites applications for a tenure-track position in Korean literature, film and culture at the rank of assistant professor to begin September 1, 2012. The Department seeks a dynamic scholar and experienced teacher who will contribute to the intellectual mission of a research institution.

Applicants must have a PhD in hand by the time of appointment. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong potential for scholarly achievement and be prepared to assume a leadership role in the development of the Department’s Korean studies program. He or she will be expected to teach courses in all disciplines and at all levels in Korean humanities, including literature, film, and culture. Native or near-native fluency in Korean and English is required.  Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to Connie Chin, EALC, Building 250, Main Quad, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2000, U.S.A. Email: csquare@stanford.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2011.

Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions. Stanford University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.