Postdoctoral Associate in Korean Studies

The Cornell East Asia Program invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Korean Studies for the 2027–2028 academic year. This non-teaching research residency is open to advanced Ph.D. candidates and recent graduates (within five years of degree conferral) whose work focuses on Korea, particularly with a comparative, global, and interdisciplinary approach. The position aims to foster collaboration across disciplines and integrate existing research in fields such as literature, history, environmental humanities, material culture, Indigenous studies, gender studies, and Asian American studies. The scholar will conduct research, participate in program events, and may optionally teach. The appointment runs from August 2027 to July 2028, with a salary range of $62,232 to $88,745 depending on qualifications, plus benefits and professional development support.