Wherever I am, the world comes after me.
It offers me its busyness. It does not believe that I do not want it.
Now I understand 
why the old poets of China went so far
and high 
into the mountains, then crept into the pale mist.
"The Old Poets of China" by Mary Oliver

The Asian Center, University of the Philippines Diliman welcomes applications for teaching positions in the following areas of specialization:

  • Southeast Asian Studies
  • Japan Studies
  • East Asia with a focus on China Studies
  • Development Studies (For Philippine Studies program)
  • Philippine Studies

Candidates must have the following:  

  • Ph.D.
  • Extensive research and publication experience
  • Teaching experience

To apply, kindly submit the following documents:  

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Cover letter
  • Three (3) publication samples
  • Sample syllabi 
  • Photocopy of Diploma (Ph.D.)
  • Recommendation letter 
  • Clearance/s from previous employer/s, if applicable
  • Photocopy of ACR/ ICR (Immigrant Certificate of Residency for permanent resident) card if foreign passport holder 
  • Other supporting documents (such as language proficiency in Asian language/s, awards, etc. )

In the cover letter, please describe how the applicant may vigorously contribute to the Asian Center’s vision, thrusts and programs, and indicate willingness to accept a rank commensurate to credentials/track record and courses assigned. View Asian Center profile.

Please email the application documents to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (in PDF) or send hard copies to Office of the Dean, Asian Center, GT Toyota Asian Cultural Center, Magsaysay corner Guerrero Street, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, 1101 Philippines. 

Deadline of applications is on 21 March 2017. 

The Asian Center offers M.A. degrees in Asian Studies with four fields of specialization: Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and West Asia. The Center also has an M.A. program in Philippine Studies that allows students to major in Philippine society and culture, Philippine foreign relations, or Philippine development studies. The Center offers a Ph.D. program in Philippine Studies in conjunction with the College of Arts and Letters and the College of Social Sciences and Philosophy. For an overview of these graduate programs, click here. The Asian Center also publishes Asian Studies: Journal of Critical Perspectives on Asia, the latest issue of which can be downloaded at the journal's website. View recent and upcoming Lectures & Conferences and read other News & Announcements. Join our mailing list to receive invitations to lectures, conferences, etc.