Assistant Professor of Korean American Studies
Position description
The Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of California, Riverside, announces a Assistant Professor position in Korean American Studies, beginning July 1, 2014. PhD degree in a field related to theories and principles of Korean American Studies is required. The candidate should be a scholar with demonstrated record of commitment to research, grant writing, fundraising, teaching excellence, and community service. UCR is a research institution with high expectations for scholarly productivity and excellence in teaching. Position supports the Young Oak Kim Center for Korean American Studies at UC Riverside with research and inquiry to facilitate effective Center planning, decision making and mission fulfillment. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Interested candidates should send electronic applications, including a cover letter describing their interest in and fit for the position, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, 2-3 sample essays; journal articles, book chapters, or other works-in-progress (if available) and at least three letters of recommendation, to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF00062 or to the Department of Ethnic Studies, Attention: Victoria Cross, UC Riverside, 900 University Avenue, Riverside, CA 92521. Electronic application and submission of materials is strongly preferred. Review of applications will begin January 3, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be directed to Professor Edward Chang, Chair, Ethnic Studies Search Committee, at edward.chang@ucr.edu.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching
2-3 sample essays - journal articles, book chapters, or other works
Misc / optional information (Optional)
- 3-10 letters of reference required