Lecturer

About the role

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Smith College invites applications for a renewable three-year benefits-eligible position at the rank of Lecturer, to begin July 1, 2027. Teaching responsibilities for this position will regularly include five courses, mainly Korean language courses; occasionally a course on Korean culture taught in English. Other courses may be taught depending upon the candidate’s field of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses per year, including Korean language courses and potentially a course on Korean culture taught in English.
• Teach other courses as needed based on the candidate's field of specialization.

Requirements

• A native or near-native fluency in Korean and English.
• Experience in language teaching at all levels.
• A Master’s degree in Korean language pedagogy or a related field by the time of appointment.

Qualifications

• Commitment to excellence in teaching.

Skills

• Native or near-native fluency in Korean and English.
• Experience in language teaching at all levels.
• A Master’s degree in Korean language pedagogy or a related field.

Benefits

A competitive benefits package is offered, with a starting pay range of typically between $78,300-$80,400. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Pay

Starting pay range for this position is typically between $78,300-$80,400.

Schedule

The position is renewable for three years.

Application Instructions

Submit application at http://apply.interfolio.com/xxxxxxx with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, equity and inclusion statement, a teaching statement, two sample syllabi (one for a language course and one for a culture course) and three confidential letters of recommendation. Finalists may be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Smith College shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.