Job description
Seoul, South Korea
School of Innovation Foundations
The School of Innovation Foundations at Taejae University invites applications for a full-time, three-year renewable appointment as an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor. The School of Innovation Foundations teaches a wide range of classes to first year students covering the six core competencies of Taejae University: Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Self-Directed Learning, Communication & Collaboration, Diversity & Empathy, and Global Harmony & Sustainability.
We are especially looking for a passionate educator who is interested in pushing the boundaries of higher education. Taejae University, a brand-new undergraduate college based in Seoul, Republic of Korea, seeks to cultivate tomorrow’s global leaders through its innovative teaching method and curriculum. Our students from around the world engage in diverse academic and co-curricular activities founded on active learning philosophy, rotating through Taejae’s global residential colleges. All courses are conducted through small, interactive online seminars in English, and faculty members have the flexibility to teach from anywhere in the world (please note all Innovation Foundation courses and meetings are held during working hours in South Korea).
The new faculty member will be responsible for developing and teaching undergraduate courses beginning in Spring 2026. We are particularly interested in inviting applications from educators who have teaching experience or demonstrable knowledge in Sustainability, Quantitative Data Analysis and Storytelling, or Cultural Diversity and Global Citizenship, although assigned courses may not be limited to these areas. All courses should be designed and delivered in accordance with Taejae’s active online learning philosophy and its six core competencies.
The standard teaching load will be four courses per semester, with each course carrying four credits. Other responsibilities may include mentoring students, participating in faculty workshops, and serving on academic/administrative committees. This position is a teaching-focused position with no research requirement.
The starting salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and credentials. Faculty members will receive a range of benefits. An annual Professional Development Account Fund of $3,000 is provided, which can be used to support the adoption of innovative teaching methods and the enhancement of professional expertise, including the purchase of equipment such as a laptop computer and covering the expenses for attending academic conferences.
The anticipated start date is March 2026, negotiable depending on each applicant’s situation. New faculty members are expected to participate in online faculty workshops for active learning and course development during the winter prior to the start of the Spring 2026 semester. Separate contracts for course development and training during this period will be negotiated individually. There is no residency requirement for faculty members.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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- Ph.D. in a relevant area, or advancement to candidacy by the time of application (Applicants who have not yet completed their Ph.D. at the time of application must submit an official certificate indicating their expected date of Ph.D. degree conferral)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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- Successful instructional experience at the undergraduate level
- Strong commitment to active learning pedagogies and a willingness to explore new teaching methods/technologies
- Demonstrated success in supervising students in research projects and other experiential learning settings
- Experience in designing and supervising virtual labs for undergraduate education for the science subjects
- Research experience in industry or research institutes with an interdisciplinary approach
- Proven experience in curricular design/planning, including the development of innovative and engaging course materials, assignments, and assessments
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students and faculty from diverse cultural backgrounds
SALARY RANGE
- The salary for this position will be $65,000 or higher, depending on the candidate’s academic and industrial experience, and may be negotiable based on qualifications.
Please note that these qualifications are not strict requirements, and we welcome anyone who is passionate about teaching and learning and shares our commitment to innovation and excellence in higher education; however, basic qualifications are required.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the following documents by 12th December 2025 (Korea Standard Time):
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- Taejae University Faculty Application Form (Click Here)
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Teaching portfolio, including 1) teaching philosophy, 2) courses taught/prepared to teach, and 3) teaching evaluations
- Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- Optional: a sample lesson plan or lesson idea for a class of at least one of the following: ‘Linear regression’, ‘P-values and statistical significance’, ‘Social Science and Social Justice’, and ‘Biochemical Implications for Sustainable Global Nutrition’. Should you have any questions related to this, such as course description or course details, please contact the School of Innovation Foundations ([email protected])
- List of contacts for three letters of recommendation
Application documents should be submitted either via email to [email protected] or through HigherEdJobs.
All interviews and job talks will be held online. For further inquiries, please contact Taejae University’s Office of Academic Affairs ([email protected])
Candidates selectively invited to the interview process will be required to develop a sample syllabus for one course and conduct a teaching demonstration based on the course plan designed (in English). Detailed instructions will be provided in the future.
