[KS] position at U. of Michigan

[Em, Henry]

Please post.  Thanks.
 
H. Em
 
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University of Michigan - Tenure-track position in KOREAN HUMANITIES

The Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of
Michigan invites applications for a tenure-track position in KOREAN
HUMANITIES, beginning in September 2005. Appointment is possible at any
rank. Applicants from wide variety of periods and fields within Korean
Humanities will be considered, including literature, cultural studies,
visual arts, history, and religious studies. All applicants should possess
a high level of proficiency in Korean as well as the ability to teach
undergraduate courses on both historical and contemporary periods. The
successful candidate is expected to teach a range of courses in Korean
Studies from introductory undergraduate lecture courses through graduate
seminars in areas of research interest; to supervise doctoral
dissertations; and to participate actively in the programs of the
departments as well as in area studies initiatives within a larger
university community that encourages interdisciplinary efforts. Of special
interest are candidates who share a commitment to historically-grounded
scholarship that is both rigorous and original and who are drawn to the
intellectual opportunities afforded by programs of significant contextual
depth. Evidence of outstanding teaching ability and of promise in research
is essential. The Ph.D. is expected to have been completed prior to
appointment. Each application should consist of a cover letter (describing
the applicants scholarly work, teaching, and research plans), a full CV,
research statement, representative publications or a writing sample, and
at least three letters of recommendation. Please send applications to
Korean Humanities Search, Department of Asian Languages and Cultures, 3070
Frieze Building, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285.
Review of applications begins November 29, 2004. Applications must be
received by December 10, 2004 to be assured of consideration. The
University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged
to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career
couples. All applications will be acknowledged.

Contact Info:
Korean Humanities Search, Department of Asian Languages and Cultures, 3070
Frieze Building, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1285.



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