Job description
Busan, South Korea
Non–Tenure English Language Professor Position
Pusan National University
Department of Global Studies
College of Economic and International Trade
Number of openings: 1
The Department of Global Studies (DGS) at Pusan National University (PNU) will recruit a qualified candidate for a non-tenure track English Language Professor position. The start date is September 1, 2025.
Please visit our website at http://dgs.pusan.ac.kr/ for additional information.
3) Qualifications
The primary duty is teaching English. All applicants must have a master’s degree, a Ph.D., or an Ed. D. Preference will be given to majors in English, English Education, Education, Linguistics, or TESOL. A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience is required. University teaching experience is highly desirable. Applicants should demonstrate a dedication to teaching writing, conversation, and the basics of academic and business English. This position also requires an instruction style that builds rapport with talented EFL/ESL learners.
4) Main responsibilities
1. The employee will teach 12-18 credit hours per semester (a maximum of 18 credit hours will be allowed. When exceeding 12 credit hours, extra fees will be paid).
2. The employee may be required to teach 1-2 conversation classes during the winter and summer breaks.
3. The employee must also participate in department activities.
5) Contract period
The contract is for one year, with the possibility of renewal (currently, there is no limit to the contract renewal).
6) Salary
The employee will be paid three million won each month of the 12-month contract, for a total of 36 million won (before applicable taxes and other deductions).
7) Housing
* On-campus housing
PNU can provide on-campus housing at Sangnam International House (SIH) Sangnam International House:
a. Rental fee: 660,000 won per month
b. PNU financial support: 560,000 won per month
c. Remarks: The candidate shall pay utility expenses, including telephone, gas, electricity, TV, etc.
* Off-campus housing
Depending on PNU’s yearly budget, the university can provide the candidate with financial support toward monthly rental fees (the monthly housing allowance will not exceed 300,000 won).
8) Health Insurance & National Pension
The employee must join the National Health Insurance Plan of the Republic of Korea and the National Pension Plan. Insurance fees will be deducted from the employee’s regular pay each month during the contract period. The employee shall receive a pension according to the pension laws of Korea.
9) Employment Insurance
Employees may enroll in Employment Insurance under the Employment Insurance Law of the Republic of Korea. The insurance fee will be deducted from the employee’s regular monthly pay. While participation in the insurance is optional for E1 and E2 visa holders, it is mandatory for holders of F2 and F5 visas.
10) Vacation Days
The employee will earn a minimum three-week summer vacation and two-week winter vacation. The vacation schedule must be coordinated with the department chair to accommodate department needs during the break (e.g., a conversation class).
How to apply
For consideration, please send (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter, and (3) copies of degree certificates by July. 7. 2025, to the following e-mail address:
E-mail: [email protected] and [email protected]
Phones: +82.51.510.1628
Fax: +82.51.514.2681
The search committee will review applications as it receives them, and a hiring decision may be made at any time until the position is filled.
2) Contact Information
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Ms. Miyoung Park at +82-51-510-1628 (phone), +82-51-514-2681 (fax), or via [email protected]
