Im Fach Koreastudien Fachbereich 9 (Sprach- und Kulturwissenschaften) / Interdisziplinäres Zentrum für Ostasienstudien (IZO), der Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main ist vorbehaltlich der endgültigen Mittelfinanzierung zum 01.04.2010 die Stelle einer

Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben
(Lektor(in) für koreanische Sprache),
(EG 13 TV-G-U, halbtags)

befristet für die Dauer von 3 Jahren zu besetzen.
 
Aufgaben des/der Stelleninhabers/in sind im Sprachunterricht des modernen Koreanischen (neun Semesterwochenstunden) im Rahmen des Bachelorstudiengangs Koreastudien und des Masterprogramms Modern East Asian Studies die Vermittlung der praktischen Beherrschung in Wort und Schrift und eines wissenschaftlich fundierten Verstehens sprachlicher Phänomene, die Entwicklung zeitgemäßer Unterrichtskonzepte, die Revision des zu verwendenden Unterrichtsmaterials und die Abnahme von Prüfungen.
 
Voraussetzungen für die Erfüllung der geschilderten Aufgaben sind ein abgeschlossenes einschlägiges Hochschulstudium (möglichst Koreanisch als Fremdsprache, Promotion erwünscht), muttersprachliche oder gleichwertige Kenntnisse des modernen Koreanischen in Wort und Schrift, nachgewiesene Erfahrung mit der Konzeptionierung und Durchführung eines universitären Sprachunterrichts und nachgewiesene explikative Kompetenz (insbesondere im Bereich praktischer Grammatik und hervorragende Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift).
 
Bewerbungen mit den üblichen Unterlagen richten Sie bitte bis zum 19.03.2010 (Poststempel) an: Prof. Dr. Moritz Bälz, geschäftsführender Direktor Interdisziplinäres Zentrum für Ostasienstudien, Fachbereich Rechtswissenschaft, Grüneburgplatz 1, 60629 Frankfurt a.M. 

The Cluster of Excellence “Asia and Europe in a Global Context: Shifting Asymmetries in Cultural Flows” at Heidelberg University invites applications for PhD fellowships for the cluster's project "The Asian Sea: A Transnational Maritime History of the Age of Imperialism, 1850-1918".

The fellow is expected to start dissertation work from 1 October 2010 for a period of three years. Tax-free fellowship funding is 1000 EUR per month. The travel and research allowance for the duration of the fellowship is 3000 EUR.

Dissertations may be in any field of modern Asian History from the mid-nineteenth to the early twentieth century that have a maritime, coastal, port, and interregional dimension and place their theme or local case study in the broader transnational development of the region as a whole. Successful candidates will have completed a Master’s degree prior to taking up the position. Fluency in English and knowledge of one Asian language is expected with preference for people with command of the languages of Japan, Korea, or Southasia. German language classes are available for non-native speakers of German.

Applications including a cover letter, CV, university grade transcripts, three-page dissertation proposal and a writing sample (initial publication, chapter from MA thesis or research paper) and two recommendation letters should be directed to Professor Harald Fuess, director of the Asian Sea project, and submitted via as PDF document via email to Ms Shupin Lang lang@asia-europe.uni-heidelberg.de.

Application Deadline: 15 June 2010

Visiting Fellow in Contemporary Japanese Studies

The Department of Japanese Studies of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore, invites applications for the position of Visiting Fellow in contemporary Japanese studies.  We are especially interested in candidates who can teach undergraduate level courses in business and/or political economy, but candidates with other specialities relating to contemporary Japan are also strongly encouraged to apply.  An interest in Japan and (Southeast) Asia would also be an advantage.  The appointment is for two years with the possibility of extension, and will begin in August 2010.  The successful applicant will be provided with relocation expenses, a housing subsidy, and will be eligible to apply for research funds in accordance with FASS policies for visiting fellows.

Founded in 1981, the Department of Japanese Studies is one of the largest area studies departments devoted to the study of Japan in the Asia-Pacific region.  We offer BA, MA and PhD degrees in Japanese Studies taught by specialists with qualifications from leading universities around the world. Every year, more than 2000 undergraduate students enroll in our courses covering a broad range of disciplines including Japanese linguistics, business studies, sociology, anthropology, history, literature, religion, politics, and international relations. All of our faculty members have extensive experience in Japan and are active in publishing and research.

Applicants should have a relevant Ph.D. degree with appropriate teaching experience and a solid research agenda. To apply, please submit your full CV, including contact details of three referees, writing samples, past teaching evaluations (if applicable), and a statement indicating your research and teaching interests to:
Chair of the Selection Committee, Visiting Fellow in Contemporary Japanese Studies
E-mail (strongly encouraged) (jpssec@nus.edu.sg)
Postal Mail: Department of Japanese Studies, FASS, NUS, AS4, 9 Arts Link, Singapore 117570

Review of applications will start from March 15, 2010 and continue until the post is filled. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Further information on the Department of Japanese Studies is available at www.fas.nus.edu.sg/jps/.