Department of Asian Studies
UBC Asian Centre
1871 West Mall
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z2

Part-time Sessional lecturer position

ASIA 337 (3-credits) The Korean People in Modern Times (1600 to present)

The Department of Asian Studies, University of British Columbia, is accepting applications for a part-time Sessional position at the Vancouver Campus to teach the course named above. The anticipated dates of the appointment are June 11 – July 27, 2012.  The Sessional Lecturer for Asia 337 must have previous teaching experience and an advanced understanding of Korean history from the 17th century to the present. Candidates with a specialization in 20th-century Korean history are particularly encouraged to apply.


Salary commensurate with years of experience.

Application should include a letter of interest, CV, and the names and addresses of three referees, and should be sent to:

Search Committee
 Department of Asian Studies, UBC
1871 West Mall
Vancouver B.C. V6T 1Z2

Deadline for receipt of application is May 25, 2012

This position is subject to final budgetary approval. UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. For information about the Department, please visit www.asia.ubc.ca.

Part-time Sessional lecturer position

ASIA 456 (3-credits) History and Culture of Taiwan

The Department of Asian Studies, University of British Columbia, is accepting applications for a part-time Sessional position at the Vancouver Campus to teach the course named above. The anticipated dates of the appointment are July 9 – August 24, 2012.  The Sessional Lecturer for Asia 456 must feel comfortable teaching an interdisciplinary course and have an advanced understanding of Korean literature from ancient times to 1900.

Applications are invited from qualified individuals.

Salary commensurate with years of experience.

Application should include a letter of interest, CV, and the names and addresses of three referees, and should be sent to:

Search Committee
 Department of Asian Studies, UBC
1871 West Mall
Vancouver B.C. V6T 1Z2

Deadline for receipt of application is May 25, 2012

This position is subject to final budgetary approval.  UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. For information about the Department, please visit www.asia.ubc.ca.

Part-time Sessional Lecturer Positon

ASIA 258 (3-credits) Religion in South Asia

The Department of Asian Studies, University of British Columbia, is accepting applications for a part-time Sessional position at the Vancouver Campus for one term (September 1 – December 31, 2012)  to teach the course named above. The Sessional Lecturer for Asia 258 should have a PhD in South Asian history, demonstrate an active research agenda and feel comfortable in teaching a large enrolment  interdisciplinary course that closely  examines linkages between South Asian religious culture and society. 

Applications are invited from qualified individuals.

Salary commensurate with years of experience.

Application should include a letter of interest, CV, and the names and addresses of three referees, and should be sent to:

Search Committee
 Department of Asian Studies, UBC
1871 West Mall
Vancouver B.C. V6T 1Z2

Deadline for receipt of application is May 28, 2012

This position is subject to final budgetary approval.  UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. For information about the Department, please visit www.asia.ubc.ca.

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