[KS] Job announcement in Modern Korean History

[Pori Park]

Please circulate the Job ad below to those who are interested.

Assistant Professor in History, job# 107610
School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies
Arizona State University
The School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies (SHPRS) at Arizona State
University (ASU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor in
History with a specialization in modern Korean history (19th and 20th centuries). The anticipated
start date is August 2023.
The successful candidate will have a tenure home in SHPRS and will teach in-person and online
courses on the history of modern Korea and Asia and as required by the undergraduate and
graduate programs. We welcome applications from scholars working in all specializations, with a
preference for candidates whose work engages one or more of the following themes: science and
technology, colonialism and empire, migration and diaspora, or race and ethnicity.
The successful applicant will be encouraged to work in collaboration with other ASU faculty
members to (1) foster Asia-focused research at the university across its many Schools and in
concert with the Asia Center and (2) to sustain and build a robust undergraduate curriculum in
Asia studies in connection with degree programs in SHPRS (Asia Studies) and the School of
International Letters and Cultures (SILC), as well as minors and certificate programs in Korean
Studies and related fields.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in modern Korean history or related discipline by the time of appointment
• Evidence of research excellence
• Demonstrated teaching capacity in modern Korean history and related societies and histories of
Asia
• Evidence of proficiency in the Korean language
Desired Qualifications:
• Demonstrated interest in one or more of the following areas: science and technology,
colonialism and empire, migration and diaspora, or race and ethnicity
• Evidence of successful teaching experience
• Demonstrated success in meeting the needs of diverse student populations and/or reaching out to
diverse communities
Applicants must apply online at http://apply.interfolio.com/117670, submitting the following
materials:
• A cover letter stating qualifications, experience, research plans, and teaching interests
• A curriculum vitae
• A scholarly writing sample, such as a published article, book chapter, or dissertation chapter
• Names and contact information for three references
• A statement (250-300 words) addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to
diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence
Further supplemental materials, such as letters of recommendation and sample syllabi, maybe
requested of the final candidates, but please do not send them in your initial packet.
The applicant’s last name should appear in each uploaded file name. The cover letter can be
addressed to Professor Anna Holian, Search Committee Chair. Questions about the position
should be directed to the search committee chair at: anna.holian at asu.edu.
The application deadline is December 31, 2022, if not filled, applications will be reviewed every
week thereafter until the search is closed. A background check is required for employment.
ASU and the College value its cultural and intellectual diversity and continually strives to
foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who
can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by
law. (See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)
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Arizona State University is a federal contractor and subject to federal regulations which may
require you to produce a record of a COVID-19 vaccination. For questions about medical or
religious accommodations, please visit the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion’s webpage.

Pori Park
Associate Professor
School of Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies PO Box 874302, Tempe, AZ 85287-4302. Arizona State University

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