Assistant Professor of Philosophy (EXPIRED)

The Underwood International College of Yonsei University invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Philosophy to teach at the International Campus in Songdo, Incheon, located within the greater Seoul metropolitan region. Area of specialization is open, but those with research interests in Asian philosophy are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should have strong research credentials and a firm commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education.

Teaching responsibilities are 6 credit-hours (2 classes) per semester. The preferred starting date is September 2013. Compensation includes competitive salary, health insurance and other benefits, fully-subsidized housing (for up to 6 years), and a generous relocation and start-up package.

Yonsei University's Underwood International College is a highly competitive program at South Korea's most prestigious private university, and combines the intimate atmosphere and low student-faculty ratio of a liberal arts college with the resources of a major research university. All instruction is in English, and the student body represents over 40 different countries. As part of Yonsei University’s continuing effort to increase faculty diversity, we are only accepting applications from non-Korean citizens.

Interested applicants should send a short letter of application, dissertation abstract, and c.v. by email: (uic [at] yonsei.ac.kr). Please indicate the specific position you are applying for in the subject line. Review of applications will take place from November 1, 2012. Short-listed candidates will be asked to submit 3 letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and sample syllabi. For additional information, please contact Prof. Michael Michael at the email address below. Prospective applicants are also encouraged to look at our website at http://uic.yonsei.ac.kr.