["Academic Coordinator III: Executive Director of the Korea Law Center","Academic Coordinator III: Executive Director of the Korea Law Center"]

Application WindowOpen date: May 1, 2026Most recent review date: Monday, June 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)Final date: Monday, August 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm (Pacific Time)Position OverviewSalary range: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience based on the University of California pay scales. A reasonable full‑time annual salary estimate for this position is $122,272–$152,674.Position DescriptionThe Academic Coordinator (working title: Executive Director of the Korea Law Center) will manage the day‑to‑day operations of the Korea Law Center and will lead a research hub dedicated to legal scholarship and professional exchange between South Korea and the United States. The mission is to study and promote solutions to issues arising at the intersection of U.S. and Korean law, building on the Center's achievements since 2009 and fostering existing and new relationships.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership: develop and implement the center's vision to advance its mission and goals; manage the center's programs and cultivate academic and institutional partnerships.Partnership Management: serve as the liaison representative to academic institutions, government bodies, law firms, judges, and lawyers in both Korea and the United States.Fundraising & Operations: manage center finances, personnel (including visiting scholars and an administrative staff member), and fundraising efforts; develop extramural funding proposals and identify necessary support resources.Programming & Events: organize conferences and programs for visiting scholars, practitioners, judges, students, and others.Communications & Outreach: lead communications to maintain a high‑profile presence for the Korea Law Center.The Executive Director will also build relationships with top Korean law firms, businesses, and conglomerates; help establish new programs such as a law and diplomacy initiative; build and work with a board of prominent advisors; and engage in outreach to the Orange County and Korean communities. The Executive Director will ensure financial stability through formalized partnerships, continue the visiting scholars program, and support Korean students earning LL.M. degrees.Requirements• Law degree (J.D. or LL.M.) from an ABA‑accredited law school.• Proven leadership, managerial, and fundraising skills.• Deep knowledge of Korean law, legal systems, and/or international legal collaborations.• Strong communication skills (proficiency in English and Korean is required).• Prior experience developing U.S.–Korea partnerships is highly desirable.Nature of AppointmentThe Executive Director reports to the Dean of the Law School and potentially other senior leaders. The position is a full‑time, twelve‑month academic appointment with the standard vacation and benefits package accorded to employees of the University of California. Residence during the summer is expected. This is not a faculty appointment; salary will be commensurate with experience.QualificationsBasic qualifications (required at time of application): Law degree (J.D. or LL.M.) from an ABA‑accredited law school.Application RequirementsDocument requirementsCurriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterReference requirements3 required (contact information only)Apply link: UC IrvineThe University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti‑discrimination policy.As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.Potentially relevant University policies include:Misconduct definition: violations of policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including but not limited to sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination.UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment PolicyUC Anti‑Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third PartiesAPM‑035: Affidive Action and Nondiscrimination in EmploymentAs a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.Job locationIrvine, CA#J-18808-Ljbffr