Assistant Teaching Professor, Korean

About the role

The Department of Global Cultural Studies at Montclair State University invites applications for a full-time, 10-month Assistant Teaching Professor position with a specialization in Korean, beginning August 27, 2027. This is a two-year, non-tenure-track appointment with eligibility for reappointment under established NTTP procedures. Korean is a rapidly growing area of language study at Montclair; the ideal candidate will teach both Korean language and culture courses.

The Department of Global Cultural Studies examines languages, cultures, religions, and identities that connect people and communities worldwide. It houses majors, minors, certificates, and MA programs across Arabic, Asian Languages & Cultures, French, German, Hebrew and Jewish-American Studies, Italian, Latin American & Latino Studies, Native American & Indigenous Studies, Portuguese, Religious Studies, Russian, and Spanish, and coordinates an interdisciplinary dual degree in Language, Business & Culture with the Feliciano School of Business. In Korean, the department offers minors in Korean, Asian Cultures, and Asian Languages; a major in Asian Languages & Cultures with a Korean concentration; and a proposed Korean concentration for the BA in Language, Business & Culture.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) is Montclair State’s largest college, serving over 5,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. CHSS fosters traditional and interdisciplinary learning, supporting academically rigorous programs that develop critical thinking, ethical action, and informed civic engagement.

Department: Global Cultural Studies. Position Type: Teaching Faculty.

Responsibilities

• Teach a standard annual load of 12 teaching credit hours (TCH) per semester; additional TCH reassigned time (course release) is available for faculty with program administration or other additional responsibilities.
• Center student success and measurable learning outcomes through clear course design, inclusive pedagogies, and integration of emerging disciplinary and pedagogical developments.
• Provide classroom instruction, student mentoring and advising.
• Develop and update courses and curricula aligned with student demands and institutional strategic priorities.
• Perform service to the department, college/school, and university, including participation in shared governance, academic program vitality, and sharing professional expertise within and beyond the University.

Qualifications

Required

• MA or PhD in Korean or a related degree.
• Record of success in college teaching in language and culture courses at all levels.
• Competency in language-learning technology.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in assisting students seeking careers and internships in business, international affairs, translation, teaching, and related fields.
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to service.

Preferred

• Experience enhancing global opportunities for students, particularly in developing study-abroad programs.
• Strong community outreach connections to organize and oversee extra-curricular and community-engaged events on campus and in the broader community.
• Experience advising students with Korean course placement and progression in Korean language/culture study.
• Proven success in program growth.

Pay

Salary range: $71,905.66 – $75,985.55 annually. Montclair State University considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity when extending an offer. Salary offers for internal employees in a collective bargaining unit (CBU) applying to a CBU position will be determined per contractual provisions.

Benefits

The position may be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For details, visit https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Schedule

10-month appointment. Start date: August 27, 2027.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns, contact Human Resources’ Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2) or email talent@montclair.edu.