Korea Foundation Endowed Professor

University of Missouri-Columbia

College of Arts and Science

Truman School of Government and Public Affairs

Assistant, Association, Full Professor, Korea Foundation Endowed Professor

The University of Missouri, Columbia is seeking a Korea Foundation Endowed Professor. The position is an open rank tenured/tenure track position focused on Korean politics to begin in the Fall Semester of 2025. This is a 9-month teaching and research appointment. The typical teaching load will be 2 courses per semester. Additional expectations include active engagement with the University of Missouri Institute for Korean Studies.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Political Science or related field by the time of appointment.

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Competitive applicants will have a clear research agenda, strong theoretical orientation, excellent methodological skills, ability to publish in highly ranked journals and academic presses, and potential for effective teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Applicants from scholars whose research has an emphasis on Korea from all subfields of political science and related fields are encouraged to apply including comparative politics, international relations, public policy, and public administration. However, the ideal candidate will contribute to the TSGPA's teaching and research interests in comparative politics.

Please apply online at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (Job Opening ID 52446). Use the online application and be prepared to upload your curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and writing samples. Please also provide evidence of effective teaching, as well as a teaching statement that describes your pedagogical goals/practices including information about your ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Candidates at the assistant professor level should provide three letters of recommendations to the Truman School Director's Office (mutsgpadirector@missouri.edu). Candidates at the associate or full professor level should provide three names and contact information of references. Written references will be required prior to an on-campus interview. The cover letter should address the following: current and future research, teaching interests including how the applicant ensures the classroom is inclusive of multiple perspectives and of students from different backgrounds, as well as, how the applicant envisions engaging in research focused on Korea, and with universities there. This information can also be provided in separate teaching and research statements.

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee Dr. Laron Williams (williamslaro@missouri.edu with any questions about the job duties. Contact Andrew Longley (Andrew.longley@umsystem.edu) for any questions about the application process. We will begin reviewing applications on September 15^th, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs has 33 faculty with academic appointments in the school and houses a PhD in Political Science, a PhD in Public Affairs, a Master's in Public Affairs, and a Master's in Defense and Strategic Studies, as well as BA in Political Science, and a BA in Public Administration and Policy. For more information see: https://truman.missouri.edu/

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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