Lecturer in Korean Studies

University of Hong Kong

Department
School of Modern Languages and Cultures (05100)
Rank
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer
Position type
Full-time
Reference
536274
Application deadline
4 Jun 2026

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Teach introductory Korean civilization courses covering premodern to contemporary periods.
  • Lead intermediate-level seminars and supervise final-year research projects in Korean Studies.
  • Contribute to the Master of Arts in East Asian Studies programme.
  • Preferably teach seminars in cinema, visual studies, popular culture, and gender and sexuality.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hold a Ph.D. degree in Korean Studies or a related field.
  • Have at least six years of full-time teaching experience at tertiary level.
  • Demonstrate excellent teaching record with experience in seminars and research supervision.
  • Teach all courses in English.

Appointment

  • Fixed-term contract for two years with possibility of renewal; start date August 1, 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Key Dates

  • Application closing date: June 4, 2026
  • Start date: August 1, 2026
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