The Korean Language Program (KLP) in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Columbia University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Korean Language to begin Fall 2027. This is a renewable, multi-year appointment contingent upon successful review.

The successful candidate will teach two to three Korean language courses per semester at various proficiency levels and times, in consultation with the KLP Director. Additional responsibilities include contributing to curriculum design, materials development, placement testing, and the organization and hosting of extracurricular events for students.

The successful candidate should have:

·      A master?s degree in linguistics, applied linguistics, language pedagogy, or a closely related field; a Ph.D. or Ed.D. is strongly preferred.

·      Native or near-native proficiency in Korean and advanced fluency in English.

·      Demonstrated excellence in teaching Korean at the college level.

·      Familiarity with AI-supported instruction and heritage language teaching and learning.

·      Evidence of ongoing professional development, research-informed pedagogy, and a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment for a diverse student population.

All applications must be made through Columbia University?s Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system. Please upload the following required materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy (1?2 pages)
• Sample teaching materials and recent teaching evaluations (if available)
• One unedited teaching video (20-30 minutes)
• Contact information for three references who may be contacted at a later date

Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.  The above hiring range represents the University?s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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