{"job":{"jobId":2411936,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":625,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Assistant Professor in Area Studies and Intercultural Communication / Linguistics","description":"\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is a government-funded tertiary institution in Hong Kong. It offers programmes at various levels including Doctorate, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. It has a full-time academic staff strength of around 1,200. The total annual consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of HK$7.6 billion.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Assistant Professor in Area Studies and Intercultural Communication / Linguistics, English Language, and Systemic Functional Linguistics / Language and Professional Communication / Media Communication </strong>(Ref. 21111220)</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The Department of English and Communication within the Faculty of Humanities at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has a long history of conducting cutting-edge research in language and communication and producing high quality graduates for the professional workplace. Our focus areas are professional communication and applied language studies, and we provide teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. With a team of 27 full-time academic staff, the Department is also actively engaged in applied research in language teaching and learning and in professional communication. Information can be obtained through the departmental homepage at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/\" rel=\"no-follow\">http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/</a>, including information about the key areas of research at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/research/research-overview/\" rel=\"no-follow\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/research/research-overview/</a>.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The Department is now inviting applications for the position of Assistant Professor. Priority will be given to candidates whose research expertise and teaching experience are within the key research areas listed above.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Duties</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">The appointee will be required to:</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(a) actively conduct research in the Department’s research areas and contribute to the development of its research strengths;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(b) teach subjects in the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(c) contribute to the curriculum design and materials development;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(d) supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects (including PhD supervision);</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(e) assist in the administration of the Department; and</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or his/her delegates.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Qualifications</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Applicants should have:</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(a) a PhD degree in one of the Department’s four key research areas;</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(b) post-qualification teaching experience in relevant subjects at tertiary level with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching (as supported by evidence of performance in teaching);</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(c) an excellent track record of published research, including experience in project-based research and grant applications; and</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">(d) excellent English language and communication skills.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Possession of documented experience (e.g. publications) with virtual teaching and/or data analytics will be an advantage.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Remuneration and Conditions of Service</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf\" rel=\"no-follow\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf</a>. Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application. </p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><strong>Application</strong></p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">Please send a completed application form by post, nominate three referees from different institutions/organisations by providing their names, addresses and relationship with the applicants, to <strong>Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong </strong>or via email to <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk\" rel=\"no-follow\">hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk</a>. Application forms can be downloaded from <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/forms\" rel=\"no-follow\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/forms</a>. If a separate curriculum vitae is to be provided, please still complete the application form which will help speed up the recruitment process. <strong>Consideration of applications will commence on 17 January 2022 until the position is filled.</strong> The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found at <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/pics_for_recruitment\" rel=\"no-follow\">https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/pics_for_recruitment</a>.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\">For applications via email, please combine all documents, e.g. covering letter, curriculum vitae and attachments, into one single file in either “pdf” or “MS Word” format.</p>\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; font-family: san-serif;\"><em>PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental disabilities.</em></p>\n\n\n","pdfUrl1":null,"location":"Hong Kong","location1":"아시아","location2":null,"location3":null,"type":"1","applyUrl":"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/forms","fileUrl1":null,"fileUrl2":null,"fileUrl3":null,"fileUrl4":null,"fileUrl5":null,"fileUrl6":null,"fileUrl7":null,"workingHour":"Full Time","contractType":"Permanent","salary":null,"original_id":"UNI|271726","original_domain":"timeshighereducation.com","original_url":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/271726","original_isPremium":null,"closeType":1,"closedAt":"2022-06-30T00:00:00.000Z","requireEducation":38,"managerTel":null,"managerFax":null,"managerEmail":"hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk","managerName":"THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY","managerPhone":null,"managerAddress":"Hong Kong","log_hit":5,"log_like":0,"publishState":1,"organizationName":null,"organizationName_en":null,"organizationName_alt":null,"del_yn":"N","createdAt":"2021-11-15T19:29:22.000Z","updatedAt":"2021-11-15T19:29:22.000Z"},"organization":{"organizationId":625,"lv1Id":null,"lv2Id":null,"name":"Hong Kong Polytechnic University","name_en":"The Hong Kong Polytechnic University","name_alt":",THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY,","introduction":"<p><strong>The PolyU Promise</strong></p><p>Since our beginnings in 1937, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has evolved alongside economic and social development in Hong Kong and the world. We have done more than change with the times. We have nurtured many bright minds who have contributed to the advancement of society. We are also a platform where practical, yet world-changing, ideas are conceived and brought to life.</p><p> </p><p>Through our relentless pursuit of excellence, we pioneer new ways of delivering higher learning. Our innovative model combines professional knowledge with service-learning and real-world experience. Our global connections open the minds and broaden the perspectives of our future generations. And our culture of blazing new trails drives us to challenge boundaries and uncover knowledge that benefits mankind.</p><p> </p><p>The results speak for themselves. Over the decades, our graduates have become movers and shakers in different fields. We conduct thousands of <a href=\"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/hub/hong-kong-polytechnic-university\"><strong>research</strong></a> – ranging from improving daily life to opening up new horizons in space. We are committed to finding cures and fighting poverty, shaping fashion trends and making the world greener. And most importantly, we will never stop inspiring the people who will shape tomorrow.</p><p>This is why at PolyU, we proudly say that our promise has always been and will always be “<a href=\"http://www.polyu.edu.hk/openingminds/en/\">Opening Minds • Shaping the Future</a>”.</p><p> </p><p><a href=\"https://www.polyu.edu.hk/irpo/about_irpo.php\">Institutional Research and Planning Office</a></p><p><a href=\"http://www.polyu.edu.hk/irpo/ranking_and_awards.php\">PolyU rankings and awards</a></p><p><a href=\"http://www.polyu.edu.hk/irpo/facts_and_figures.php\">PolyU facts and figures</a></p><p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:irpo.notice@polyu.edu.hk\">irpo.notice@polyu.edu.hk</a></p>","logoImg":"","logoImgSquare":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/dev/bin/1200px-PolyU_1454417691255.svg","homepageUrl":"https://www.polyu.edu.hk","infoUrl":"https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/hong-kong-polytechnic-university","country":"HK","state":"Hung Hom, Kowloon,","location":"아시아","address":"11 Yuk Choi Road, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong","phoneNumber":"+852 2766 5111","faxNumber":"","type":1,"univType1":"대학","univType2":"대학교","univType3":"","univType4":"본교","establishedAt":"1937-01-22T00:00:00.000Z","count_majors":null,"count_students":null,"meta_competitiveness":"","publishState":1,"updatedAt":"2020-03-27T14:38:46.000Z","createdAt":"2020-03-04T20:13:07.000Z","default_1_bannerImage":null,"default_1_bannerImageMobile":null,"default_2_bannerImage":null,"default_2_bannerImageMobile":null,"default_3_bannerImage":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/production/images/1630290272757/The Hong Kong.jpg","default_3_bannerImageMobile":"https://s3.ap-northeast-2.amazonaws.com/jobs.ac.kr/production/images/1630290279170/The Hong Kong.jpg"}}