What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pacific Basin Research Center Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2025-2026 Academic Year) position at Soka University of America?
Date Posted : 12 / 18 / 2024
The Pacific Basin Research Center (PBRC) at Soka University of America (SUA), a premier liberal arts university in Orange County California, is pleased to announce a call for applications for the John D. Montgomery Post-Doctoral Fellowship. The Fellowship is intended to support young scholars whose research and teaching emphasizes human development in and connections among the peoples of the Pacific Basin, defined broadly to encompass Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.
This year’s theme is “Littoral Relations across the Pacific.” Preference will be given to applicants in the social sciences or humanities whose research and teaching interests are characterized by multidisciplinary or transnational approaches. The Center will have especial interest in scholars with expertise in migration, peace, or security studies or regions such as Australia / New Zealand, Oceania, the South China Sea, and the Hawaiian Islands.
The Fellow will be expected to teach two courses in both fall and spring semesters (a 2-2 teaching load), comprising two sections of Introduction to the Pacific Basin and two courses in the International Studies concentration, as assigned by the Dean of Faculty. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the PBRC and the International Studies concentration by participating in Center events, mentoring students, and conducting independent research.
Founded on the Buddhist principles of peace, human rights, and the sanctity of life, Soka University of America is a secular, four-year liberal arts college and graduate school with a unique mission : to educate global citizens to contribute to a better world. Situated atop a ridge overlooking a 4,000-acre wilderness park, Soka is three miles from the Pacific Ocean, midway between Los Angeles and San Diego. The university’s commitment to fostering global citizenship is reflected in its diverse student body, with 50% of students hailing from international backgrounds. This is further supported by mandatory second language and study abroad programs, and an interdisciplinary core curriculum. The curriculum is delivered in small, dynamic classes, maintaining a 7 : 1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 12.
Candidates should demonstrate responsiveness toward and understanding of diverse student and alumni backgrounds, especially with regard to socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, culture, ability / disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity and have a willingness to facilitate the university’s mission to develop global citizens.
Benefits and Salary :
Soka University of America offers an excellent benefits package for full-time faculty that includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement. The salary for this position is $60,000.
Application Requirements :
Must submit the following to be considered :
- a cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- sample syllabus
- two (2) letters of reference
Candidates must be able to legally work in the United States of America and be no more than two years beyond earning their PhD.
Employment is contingent on the completion of a successful background check.
Apply for the Pacific Basin Research Center Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Application deadline is Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Email : facultyrecruiting@soka.edu
For more information on this position and the University, please see our website at www.soka.edu or contact PBRC Director J P Kehlen (jkehlen@soka.edu).
Soka University of America is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $60,000
