Faculty Positions

George Mason University Korea (Mason Korea) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor position in Economics, with an expected start date of August 2026 (Fall Semester).

Positions Available:

• Macroeconomics: One non-tenure track Assistant Professor position with a specialization in macroeconomics.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Economics (advanced ABD candidates with a strong teaching record will also be considered).
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching economics.
• Commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching a diverse, international student body.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience as primary instructors in undergraduate courses—particularly in macroeconomics, financial economics, or international economics

About George Mason Korea
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. It is among the 115 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.

George Mason, Korea, is George Mason’s 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.

Further information on Mason Korea can be found at: http://masonkorea.gmu.edu/.

Please note that while Mason Korea is an international campus of George Mason University, this position is specific to Mason Korea. The successful candidate will be required to work at the Mason Korea campus in Incheon Songdo, Korea. This role does not support remote work, and all teaching is at the undergraduate level.

About the Position

The position is teaching-focused, requiring a load of four courses per semester with the potential to teach one optional summer course. Mason Korea offers a teaching release—one course per semester—for candidates who demonstrate strong research capabilities. This is a non-tenure-track, term faculty role that is both renewable and promotable based on performance. A commitment to teaching excellence is essential, especially given that our economics courses also serve non-major students.

 The position is at the Assistant Professor level. Applications from candidates with Associate Professor level experience or higher will be reviewed and considered; however, they will be considered for an Assistant Professor appointment. Please note that there are currently no plans to offer the position at the Associate level or above.

The compensation package is competitive. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities: 

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. in economics.
• Applicants must be prepared to teach macroeconomics and upper-level electives (including international economic policy)
• Competitive candidates will have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and research.
• Experience and enthusiasm for teaching an international student population is a plus.
   

To Apply:

 Applicants MUST submit the following documents to university hiring site (Click Here). 

• Cover letter 
• CV
• Teaching statement
• Research statement
• Three names/contact information of professional references (References will not be contacted without consent from applicants)
   

Special Instructions:

• Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
• Please note: Late submissions or applications missing any of the required documents
  will not be considered.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community.

George Mason University, Korea, invites applications for two full-time positions in Computational and Data Sciences at the assistant rank, starting in August 2026. The individuals serving in this position will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in computational and data sciences, including courses in our Master of Science program in Computational Sciences. Service activities will include coordinating with course developers in the CDS department in the U.S. as well as supporting Mason Korea as an academic unit. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the Positions

These are full-time, non-tenure track positions. The compensation package is competitive. The initial term is one year, with further opportunity for renewal and multi-year contracts. Mason Korea’s courses are all taught in English.

Responsibilities:

Minimum qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a field related to computational science and data science
• Experience in teaching courses in two or more of the following areas:
  • Scientific computing
  • High performance computing
  • Scientific modeling/Simulation
  • Machine learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Data visualization
  • Scientific Databases (or more generally database management)
• Evidence or strong promise of teaching excellence at the college level
• Experience in teaching with and/or using R, Python, Python Pandas, Matlab, Fortran, and MySQL

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in developing course materials.
• Experience teaching multilingual learners and/or teaching in a setting with a diverse student body

How to Apply:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents to university hiring site (click here).

• A cover letter that explains your interest in and preparation for teaching at Mason Korea and highlights your teaching, research, and any other relevant experience;
• Teaching philosophy;
• Current curriculum vitae;
• At least three references with full contact information. References will not be contacted without consent from applicants. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SECTION

Applications received on or before January 15, 2026 will be guaranteed full review.

About George Mason Korea

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. It is among the 115 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.

George Mason, Korea, is George Mason’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.

Further information on Mason Korea can be found at: http://masonkorea.gmu.edu/.

The Antonin Scalia Law School (Scalia Law) at George Mason University Korea (Mason Korea) invites enthusiastic and energetic applicants to join the law faculty at George Mason University Korea. Qualified and accepted applicants for this particular position will join as part-time Adjunct Faculty members teaching Law 104: Property (2 Credits) on an as-needed basis in Scalia Law’s LLM degree program at Mason Korea. The right candidate will have opportunities to grow with the program as we establish a stronger foothold in the Republic of Korea in the coming years.

Scalia Law’s LLM degree program at Mason Korea offers courses in US law that cover most areas of the Uniform Bar Examination, which is designed to assess fundamental legal knowledge and skills of U.S. law.

George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates who will enrich Mason’s academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the position:

Classes are offered on Saturdays as hybrid courses, which means in-person on the Mason Korea Campus with an online participation opportunity for students. The Property course is scheduled to be taught on Saturdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm, beginning from March 21st through May 2nd, 2026.

Compensation:
The total compensation for the course is US$3,648.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare course syllabus and teach assigned courses at assigned class meetings, based on course catalog description and approved course outline;
• Prepare and objectively grade class assignments, participation, and exams within a timely manner, in accordance with law school policies;
• Maintain accurate, transparent student records;
• Assist and foster student success through regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to all student communications;
• Adhere to all University policies and maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics; and
• Other duties as assigned by contract and/or by the LLM Program Coordinator or Mason Korea Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs or their designee including assessing course(s) taught for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor or LLM degree earned onsite from a well-ranked United States law school;
• A license to practice law in Washington DC or analogously competitive jurisdiction;
• Active and current practice of private international law in the Republic of Korea;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills; and
• Well-versed with teaching and administrative software such as Canvas, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Zoom, and other technologies, as well as willingness to learn new technologies in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching;
• 2+ years law practice experience in the United States;
• Experience with multilingual learners;
• One academic reference among the two requested references; and
• A desire to mentor students in both academics and professional arenas;

Instructions, Notes, and Application Deadline:

For full consideration, applicants must:

• complete and submit the online application (click here);
• provide a cover letter, CV, and a list of two references with contact information.

Please note that applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and so applicants are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible.

The last day to receive application materials is Friday, January 30th.

Statement on Diversity

George Mason University is committed to advancing access, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout our community, including within our hiring and retention practices. Our values include fostering an organizational culture that promotes Anti-Racism, belonging, respect, and civility. We believe that a diversity of opinions, cultures, and perspectives is what provides vibrancy, innovation, and growth to an academic community. By prioritizing inclusive excellence in academics, teaching, research, and global engagement, we strive to attract a diverse pool of faculty and staff who exemplify the Mason mission and vision.

About George Mason University

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. As Virginia’s largest public research university, George Mason provides a college experience like no other, combining rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and strong career preparation. Among many other accolades, George mason boasts: a 73% graduation rate, an R1 research university for high-impact research and student opportunities, a top 50 public university (WSJ and Forbes), No. 1 among Virginia and Washington, D.C., metropolitan area public universities for upward mobility (U.S. News & World Report) and for salary outcomes, with 85% of 2024 graduates reporting a positive career outcome within six months of graduation. 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. George Mason offers 78 undergraduate degrees and 141 degree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level, along with a variety of minors and certificates to support individualized academic and professional goals. The university leads the nation in community college transfers, supports veterans and military students, and integrates mixed-mode learning.

Further information on George Mason University can be found at https://www.gmu.edu/.

About George Mason Korea

George Mason, Korea, is George Mason’s 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.

Further information on Mason Korea can be found at: http://masonkorea.gmu.edu/.

About George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School

The Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University is the university’s accredited law school located in Arlington, Virginia, just a few miles from downtown Washington, D.C. Established in 1972 as the International School of Law and becoming part of George Mason University in 1979, the school was renamed in 2016 in honor of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. Scalia Law offers a range of professional legal programs grounded in a rigorous academic curriculum with an interdisciplinary approach that integrates principles from economics and social sciences, and prepares students for careers across the legal profession and public service. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is known for its location near the nation’s legal and policy centers. Scalia Law offers JD, LLM, JM, and other graduate legal education programs with a focus on foundational legal principles, interdisciplinary study, and practical skills. The law school supports teaching and scholarship across a broad range of legal fields and is committed to academic rigor, professional development, and preparing students for the practice of law in the United States and internationally.