Deadline: 27 April 2012
Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. The University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning. There are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50 countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned.
PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN TRANSLATION IN THE SCHOOL OF CHINESE
Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor in Translation in the School of Chinese, tenable from September 1, 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. An appointee with demonstrated performance will be considered for tenure towards the end of the second three-year contract.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Translation or related areas. They should pursue an active agenda of research and publication that can complement and reinforce the Programme’s strengths in the broad spectrum of bilingual studies. Applicants are expected to have the ability to develop and conduct courses that are consonant with the curricular needs of the Programme and to inspire creative and critical reflection on vital language issues. The School values a strong commitment to the development of innovative research paradigms and pedagogical approaches. Primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level, but the appointee will also be expected to supervise M.Phil. dissertations and Ph.D. projects. The appointee as at Professor level should possess an outstanding research record, show evidence of accomplishment in teaching and curriculum development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and have high international standing in Translation Studies. He/She should also be able to demonstrate strong academic leadership and an ability to promote a collaborative and collegial research culture. Information on the structure, the staff establishment and the course offerings of the School can be obtained at http://hku.hk/chinese/index.html.
A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
CONTACT:
Applicants should send a completed application form and an up-to-date C.V. to chinjobs@hku.hk.
Closes April 27, 2012. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result.
The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy
Download the application form here >>
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For inquiries: chinjobs@hku.hk
For submissions: chinjobs@hku.hk
Website: http://www.hku.hk
Founded in 1911, The University of Hong Kong is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in teaching and research, and has been at the international forefront of academic scholarship for many years. The University has a comprehensive range of study programmes and research disciplines spread across 10 faculties and about 100 sub-divisions of studies and learning. There are over 23,400 undergraduate and postgraduate students coming from 50 countries, and more than 1,200 members of academic and academic-related staff, many of whom are internationally renowned.
PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN TRANSLATION IN THE SCHOOL OF CHINESE
Applications are invited for appointment as Professor/Associate Professor in Translation in the School of Chinese, tenable from September 1, 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal. An appointee with demonstrated performance will be considered for tenure towards the end of the second three-year contract.
Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Translation or related areas. They should pursue an active agenda of research and publication that can complement and reinforce the Programme’s strengths in the broad spectrum of bilingual studies. Applicants are expected to have the ability to develop and conduct courses that are consonant with the curricular needs of the Programme and to inspire creative and critical reflection on vital language issues. The School values a strong commitment to the development of innovative research paradigms and pedagogical approaches. Primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level, but the appointee will also be expected to supervise M.Phil. dissertations and Ph.D. projects. The appointee as at Professor level should possess an outstanding research record, show evidence of accomplishment in teaching and curriculum development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and have high international standing in Translation Studies. He/She should also be able to demonstrate strong academic leadership and an ability to promote a collaborative and collegial research culture. Information on the structure, the staff establishment and the course offerings of the School can be obtained at http://hku.hk/chinese/index.html.
A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee’s qualifications and experience will be offered. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary, as well as leave, and medical benefits. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable. At current rates, salaries tax does not exceed 15% of gross income.
CONTACT:
Applicants should send a completed application form and an up-to-date C.V. to chinjobs@hku.hk.
Closes April 27, 2012. The University thanks applicants for their interest, but advises that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the application result.
The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy
Download the application form here >>
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For inquiries: chinjobs@hku.hk
For submissions: chinjobs@hku.hk
Website: http://www.hku.hk
