South Korea Job Openings

University of Utah

Adjunct Course Instructor

PART TIME

October 27, 2024

The World Languages and Cultures Department at the University of Utah Asia Campus (U Asia Campus:https://asiacampus.utah.edu/) invites applications for an instructor position (non-career-line, non-tenure-line) of Course Instructor at the U Asia Campus (UAC). This is a temporary position for one semester (and/or summer session); the position’s starting date is February 17, 2025, in the Songdo City, Incheon, South Korea. The responsibilities are to teach:

KOREA 2020 (Intermediate Korean II)

This course builds on Intermediate Korean 1 and offers further development of proficiency in all areas at the sentence- and paragraph-level, as well as skill development and cultural knowledge for a broader range of everyday situations. Please note that KOREA 3600 (Intermediate Conversation) is a co-requisite for this course.

KOREA 3610 (Intermediate Conversation II)

This course provides students the opportunity to improve their skills in speaking and listening through sentence-building and speaking drills based on current lesson material from the 2020 class. This course is required for students enrolled in 2020 and must be completed to advance to KOREA 3060.

U Asia Campus is part of a multi-university campus in New Songdo City, Incheon, South Korea. The city has a well-established transportation network including Incheon International Airport which allows easy travel to international destinations, as well as a convenient subway to Seoul within an hour. U Asia Campus is recognized as a top global education hub in Northeast Asia and around the world with access to the University of Utah’s diverse faculty, staff, and creative academic culture at the Asia Campus. U Asia Campus hosts several undergraduate programs, including Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Games, Communication, Film and Media Arts, Accounting, Information Systems, Psychology, and Urban Ecology. All non-language courses are conducted in English.

The World Languages and Cultures courses to U Asia Campus create a unique faculty and student experience for multidisciplinary collaboration, technical leadership, teamwork, and creative excellence. As an international intellectual community, U Asia Campus welcomes outstanding global faculty who encourage diversity, openness, and creative learning and contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to the learning and research environment. Opportunities are available to collaborate with faculty at the main campus in Salt Lake City and utilize the University of Utah’s resources. The position offers growth opportunities for promotion through academic ranks.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as course evaluations, peer review letters and/or a teaching portfolio), and a list of three references (sought after the initial screening). Individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, disability, age, or other personal characteristics. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Francis Schortgen (frank.schortgen@utah.edu) or Human Resources at the Utah Asia Campus (UAC) at UAC.HR@umail.utah.edu

Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants should hold at least Master of Arts degree in Korean language instruction, Korean linguistics, Korean Studies, Teaching Korean as a Foreign Language (TKFL) or a related field. Ph D preferred. Demonstrated experience in teaching Korean as a second language at the university level and native or near-native fluency in both Korean and English are required. Experience with and interest in teaching in a multilingual context are preferred, and international teaching experience is also preferred.

Preferences

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email: UAC.HR@umail.utah.edu or call +82-32-626-6123(6197).

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Master's or terminal degree?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Evaluations

List of References

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3

Open Date

10/25/2024

Requisition Number

PRN15367N

Job Title

Associate Instructor

Working Title

Adjunct Course Instructor

Job Grade

A00

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Is this a work study job?

VP Area

President

Department

01641 - University Asia Campus

Location

Campus

City

Incheon, South Korea

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

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