Assistant Professor, Korean Studies

Position Summary
The Department of English in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Buffalo State University of New York invites applications for a tenure-track position in Korean Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026. We seek scholars in the humanities whose research and teaching offer an expansive approach to Korean Studies as an interdisciplinary comparative and transnational field. We especially welcome applicants with a background in contemporary Korean literature film theater music and broadly defined popular culture. Expertise in Asian American literature and culture will be a plus. Candidates who can help build departmental strengths in global film studies gender and sexuality studies or psychoanalytic theory are also encouraged to apply. This position will contribute to the exciting expansion of Korean studies at UB. With financial support from the Korea Foundation and the Academy of Korean Studies among others the Asia Research Institute is committed to fostering scholarship on Korea in the College of Arts and Sciences and the university as a whole. The new faculty member will be expected to maintain an active research agenda to teach 2 courses per semester at least 50% of these courses on Korean cultural production cross-listed with the Asian studies program in addition to courses that contribute to the English departments teaching mission; and fulfill service duties at the departmental university and disciplinary levels. The position is open until filled with an initial application deadline of November 17 2025. All application material must be submitted via UB Jobs via the following link: Questions may be directed to the search committee chair Steven Miller at Learn more: Our benefits where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in English Comparative Literature Asian or Asian American Studies American Studies or related field and evidence of teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications
Background in contemporary Korean literature film theater music and broadly defined popular culture Expertise in Asian American literature and culture will be a plus Candidates who can help build departmental strengths in global film studies gender and sexuality studies or psychoanalytic theory are also encouraged to apply