Job Qualifications
* Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in North America (Linguistics or English majors preferred); Master’s degree or PhD preferred
* Must be a native speaker of English with both verbal and written fluency
* Professional writing experience required (5 yrs w/B.A. OR 3 yrs w/M.A./PhD)
* Experience writing educational materials (exceptional applicants without industry-specific experience will be considered)
* Verifiable familiarity with American standardized tests produced by ETS
* Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, patient, and focused
* Must work well both independently and in an office setting
Job Description
* Researching and writing materials for our books
* Working together with our Korean staff to develop content
* Full-time (4-8 hours per day) with overtime frequently available
* 23-37,000 Korean won ($24-$39) per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
* One-year renewable contract with E-7 VISA sponsorship
* Medical insurance 50%
* Korean National Pension
* Severance pay after completion of continuous employment throughout period of one-year contract
* Up to 20,000,000 KRW key money for housing
* Reimbursed airfare for VISA run to Osaka, Japan, or reimbursed one-way ticket from home country to South Korea
* Up to 300,000 KRW reimbursement per month for Korean classes taken at an accredited Korean language institute
* Working hours between 9-6 p.m. M-F
* Promotional opportunities available for long-term employment
* Assistance with practicalities of living as a foreigner in South Korea
Start Date
2009-08-28
Type of Position
Full-time
English Proficiency
Native
Other Languages
Education Level
Bachelors
Employer Profile
Employer Title
Employer Type
Address
Hyundai Building 2nd Fl., Seocho-Dong 1316-15, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Korea (-)
Owner name
Nearest Subway Stn
Seoul
Land phone
Fax
Contact person
E-mail
heevans@hackers.com
Website
Instant Messenger
Company Description
Hackers Language Research Institute
Hackers Language Research Institute (HLRI) is a reputable and successful English language research institute that specializes in publishing preparatory books for standardized tests such as TOEFL, TOEIC, and TEPS. Located in the heart of Gangnam-gu, near Gangnam Station, it also boasts one of the most popular language academies for university-aged students. The founder, Dr. David Cho, is one of South Korea’s top professors of linguistics. He put all of his knowledge into the development of a system of English language learning for Korean students. The team at HLRI works diligently to maintain his standards and push forward the company’s goal of providing the highest quality of up-to-date research to the Korean population.
HLRI Career Opportunity – Content Development
HLRI employs Korean and foreign English-speaking language specialists to assist in the development of its materials. The positions available at this company are for only the highest qualified applicants who have a sincere and evidenced desire to pursue a career in content development. Testing and evaluation of applicants is rigorous and very competitive. HLRI offers successful applicants lucrative and fulfilling long-term career opportunities. Only serious candidates need apply.
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