Lecturer of Korean

Smith College; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 78,300 - 80,400; Full time

Job summary

Smith College invites applications for a renewable three-year, benefits-eligible Lecturer position in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures to begin July 1, 2027. Teaching responsibilities include five courses per year, mainly Korean language courses, with occasional English-language courses on Korean culture.

Candidates must have native or near-native fluency in Korean and English, and experience teaching at all levels, with a Master’s degree in Korean language pedagogy or related

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Korean language pedagogy or related field by the time of appointment.
• Native or near-native fluency in Korean and English.
• Experience teaching language at all levels.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Ability to teach five courses per academic year, mainly Korean language.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per year, mainly Korean language.
• Occasionally teach an English-language course on Korean culture.
• Support department collaboration and student/faculty engagement.

Skills

Korean fluency

English fluency

Education

Master’s in Korean language pedagogy

Job description

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Smith College invites applications for a renewable three-year benefits-eligible position at the rank of Lecturer, to begin July 1, 2027. Teaching responsibilities for this position will regularly include five courses, mainly Korean language courses; occasionally a course on Korean culture taught in English. Other courses may be taught depending upon the candidate’s field of specialization. Candidates must have a native or near-native fluency in Korean and English, and experience in language teaching at all levels, with a commitment to excellence in teaching. A Master's degree in Korean language pedagogy or a related field is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Asian Studies are encouraged to apply.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures may be found at https://www.smith.edu/academics/east-asian-languages-cultures.

In addition to a competitive benefits package, starting pay range for this position is typically between $78,300-$80,400. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026.

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