KDI School is now accepting applications for positions in the following fields:

• Trade and Industrial Policy
• Macroeconomics
• Public Administration and Leadership

1. Qualifications

• Successful candidates should have strong training in applied empirical methodology, substantive interests in policy-relevant research, and a teaching portfolio that can suit the needs of an international public policy school with a diverse student body.
• Applicants should have either completed their Ph.D. or be in the advanced stages of their Ph.D. (ABD status), and be able to submit confirmation of their degree by 31 August 2025 for their appointment.
• All positions are tenure-track and open rank, and candidates with teaching or policy research experience are preferred.

2. Field Descriptions

• Trade and Industrial Policy

We seek applications for a tenure track faculty position in Trade and Industrial Policy at any rank. The ideal applicant will possess a PhD in Economics or a related field and have teaching and research interests focusing on international trade and/or industrial policy, equipped with strong empirical research skills and a solid theoretical foundation. While we welcome applicants whose expertise is in trade and industrial policy, preference is given to those with an interest in developing countries. We seek individuals with a broad range of policy interests who are committed to engaging with students, scholars, and policymakers, fostering an environment of collaborative learning and impactful research.

• Macroeconomics

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in both theoretical and applied macroeconomics, with research interests that may include (but are not limited to) economic growth, business cycles, monetary and fiscal policy, macroeconomic modeling, international economics, and financial markets. The ideal candidate will contribute to the School through impactful research, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and the ability to engage in meaningful public policy discussions.

• Public Administration and Leadership

We invite applications for a faculty position specializing in public administration and management. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of academic rigor and practical expertise in areas such as: (1) non-profit management (including international organizations and social entrepreneurship); (2) disaster management and preparedness; (3) local government and governance; (4) public sector ethics and leadership; or/and (5) public-private partnership. Applicants with expertise in exploring public administration through the lens of data science and artificial intelligence for research and teaching are also encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates employing a mix of quantitative and qualitative research methods.

      3. Number of Openings: Three or less, depending on the number of qualified candidates

      4. Selection Process

• Document Review: Shortlisting candidates up to six times the number of available positions in each field
• Interview: Evaluating both basic competencies and specialized expertise
• Job Seminar: Conducting an in-depth evaluation of candidates' research areas

    5. Online Application Submission Deadline

• All application materials, including three letters of recommendation, must reach us no later than December 4, 2024. 11:59PM, (Eastern Standard Time UTC-5)

6. Document Submission [Online Submission]

• Please submit application materials electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/158964
• Letters of recommendation should be submitted directly by the recommender before the deadline.

About KDI School of Public Policy and Management

KDI (Korea Development Institute) School of Public Policy and Management invites applications for full-time, tenure track positions at all levels in the fields specified below. KDI was ranked 1st in Asia and 5th among non-U.S. think tanks in the 2020 Global Think Tank Index and the School has a vibrant and diverse academic community with some 140 countries represented among our student body and alumni. KDI School is the only international policy school with NASPAA recognition in Korea and the first in Asia. As a graduate-level international policy school, we offer master’s and Ph.D. programs focusing on public policy, development policy, and public management. The normal class teaching load is four courses per year spread out over three trimesters and most courses are taught in English. The School provides internationally competitive compensation, faculty housing options, child education benefits (when available), moving expense support, generous research funding opportunities, and conference travel support. KDI School campus offers unparalleled access to South Korea’s policy and research leaders, given its location in the city of Sejong, the administrative capital of South... Korea, and home to the National Research Complex incorporating leading national policy research institutes. Geographically situated at the center of South Korea, Sejong is connected to Seoul via a high-speed train system with about an hour of travel time, and to all of the other major cities with a travel time of less than 2 hours. As a graduate-level policy school dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from developing countries, we especially encourage applications from candidates who appreciate diversity and inclusion in their teaching and research. KDI School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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