Assistant Professor of Conflict Analysis and Resolution (CAR)

The Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution (formerly S-CAR) at George Mason University’s Korea Campus (Mason Korea), invites applications for a Term Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2021. The position is non-tenure-track with an initial term of one year, with the possibility of renewal and term promotion.  We seek applicants who are committed to dynamic and innovative undergraduate teaching, research, practice and service, and who will actively contribute to the continued development of our growing undergraduate program at Mason Korea. 

Qualifications.  The Carter School seeks applicants whose work strengthens or complements the School’s current conflict resolution course offerings at Mason Korea. We invite highly qualified applicants who have received their Ph.D. by June 2021, with a strong preference for candidates with a degree in a field relevant to conflict analysis and resolution or peace and conflict studies.

Particular attention will be given to scholars with a strong teaching record, preferably with experience in experiential learning, online learning, field-based courses, and/or the use of innovative classroom pedagogies.  Teaching will include both lower and upper-division undergraduate peace and conflict resolution courses for a diverse student body. We seek candidates with innovative scholarly approaches to peace and conflict resolution who can engage directly with contemporary conflicts through deep analysis, intervention, education, consultation and other forms of practice. 

Responsibilities.  Responsibilities for this position include teaching four courses per semester (consisting of conflict resolution core and elective courses) and developing curricula to meet the unique needs of a diverse student body at Mason Korea.  This Term Faculty position has a primary responsibility for teaching, but the candidate will have an opportunity to fully participate in the intellectual and research life of the school and enjoy potential for promotion and advancement based on successful teaching, scholarship and service.

To Apply.  For full consideration, applicants MUST submit the following documents to University hiring site (click "Apply" button on the right),

1. Completed faculty application in Mason Korea's hiring site;
2. Statement of Interest (Cover Letter) (1-2 pages);
3. Curriculum Vitae (indicated as Resume in the application), along with Teaching Philosophy (2-3 pages), Evidence of Teaching Excellence, and Writing Sample (20-30 pages)(ex, journal article). Please compile all the documents requested under number 3 into one PDF, and submit under Resume.
4. At least three references with full contact information. References will not be contacted without consent from applicants.

Applications received on or before 15 April, 2021 will receive full consideration; the search will remain open until the position is filled. Compensation is competitive. For additional information, please contact (Mason Korea's HR Office; gmukhr@gmu.edu).

About the Carter School. The Carter School develops the understanding of deeply rooted conflicts between individuals, groups, organizations, and communities in the United States and the world through research, theory and, practice. The School is built on more than 30 years of advancing theory and research, and working for positive and peaceful change.

Great Careers Begin at Mason. George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. It is among the 130 or so top “R1” ranked research universities in the US and in the top 200 of the Shanghai World Ranking of Universities. A public university located in Fairfax Virginia, George Mason is the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs.

About George Mason University Korea. Mason Korea is George Mason University’s international branch campus in Songdo, South Korea.  Mason Korea was established as part of George Mason University’s commitment to education on a global scale and its belief in the power of international perspective and connection. Mason Korea is located on the Incheon Global Campus (IGC), which it shares with three other international branch campuses. Mason Korea students, staff, and faculty have access to modern facilities and resources on the IGC for a terrific living and work environment. Songdo, South Korea is a modern “smart” city designed from the start with large parks, plentiful walking and bike paths, and excellent public transportation. Songdo is convenient to Korea’s Incheon International Airport—around a half hour by car—as well as to the capital city of Seoul—around an hour by car.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Further information on the Carter School and Mason Korea can be found at carterschool.gmu.edu and masonkorea.gmu.edu.