School of Chinese, The University of Hong Kong

Vacancies

last update : 18 Jan 2012

THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG

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. Ranked 24th among the top 200 universities in the world by the UK’s Times Higher Education, 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.

Language Instructors (3 posts)
in the Chinese Language Enhancement Programme (CLEP)
in the School of Chinese

Applications are invited for appointment as Language Instructors (LIs) in the Chinese Language Enhancement Programme (CLEP) in the School of Chinese, tenable from September 1, 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis.

One of the primary missions of the CLEP is to equip students with the necessary Chinese language skills for academic and professional pursuits. Tailor-made, discipline-specific practical Chinese language courses are offered to the undergraduates in all Faculties across the University. Further information on the Programme can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/chinese/.
Candidates should possess a University degree or equivalent and a postgraduate degree in Chinese or related areas. The ability to conduct courses in practical Chinese and Chinese Culture is required. Experience in teaching Chinese in local educational settings is a definite advantage. The appointees should have a strong sense of commitment, a track record of excellence in teaching, a capacity for course design and delivery as well as proven pedagogical and presentation techniques.

(A) Language Instructor (Ref.: 201200009) Applicants should have demonstrated expertise in the development and administration of a generally recognized large-scale benchmarking test in written Chinese.

(B) Language Instructor (Ref.: 201200010) Applicants should preferably be native speakers of Putonghua and have a near-native command of Cantonese.

(C) Language Instructor (Ref.: 201200011) Applicants should preferably be native speakers of Cantonese and have near-native fluency in Putonghua.

Applicants must indicate the post(s) for which they would like to be considered.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointments on fixed terms will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.

Applicants should send a completed application form and an up-to-date C.V. to chinjobs@hku.hk. Application forms (341/1111) can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/form-ext.doc. Further particulars can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/. Closes February 10, 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

Teaching Consultant in Chinese History and Culture
in the School of Chinese
(Ref.: 201101029)

Applications are invited for appointment as Teaching Consultant in Chinese History and Culture in the School of Chinese, tenable from September 1, 2012 on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal.

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. degree in Chinese History and Culture or related areas, and a proven track record of excellence in teaching and be able to complement and reinforce the strengths of the Chinese History and Culture (CHC) Programme and bring additional dimensions to the School’s missions. Possession of expertise in dynastic and modern socio-economic history and the history of material culture is a must. The ability to develop and conduct courses that are consonant with the curricular needs of the Programme and to inspire creative and critical inquiry into vital historical and cultural issues will be a definite advantage. Primary teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate level, but the appointee may also be expected to supervise postgraduate projects. Information on the structure, the staff establishment and the course offerings of the School can be obtained at http://web.chinese.hku.hk/index.html.

A highly competitive salary commensurate with 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.

Applicants should send and 3 confidential references (quoting Ref.: 201101029) (directly from the referees) to the Assistant Registrar (Appointments), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong by e-mail (r1101029@hku.hk). Further particulars can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview. Closes December 28, 2011. Candidates who are not contacted within 6 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and
is committed to a No-Smoking Policy

Assistant Professor
in Translation in the School of Chinese
(Ref.: 201101028)

Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant Professor in Translation in the School of Chinese, tenable from September 1, 2012 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 board spectrum of bilingual studies and bring additional dimensions to the School’s missions. The successful candidate should be well-versed in Practical Translation and Translation Theory. 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 will be a definite advantage. 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. Information on the structure, the staff establishment and the course offerings of the School can be obtained at http://web.chinese.hku.hk/index.html.

Applicants should send an application letter, an up-to-date curriculum vitae and 3 confidential references (quoting Ref.: 201101028) (directly from the referees) to the Assistant Registrar (Appointments), Human Resource Section, Registry, The University of Hong Kong by e-mail (r1101028@hku.hk). Further particulars can be obtained at http://www.hku.hk/apptunit/. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview. Closes December 28, 2011. Candidates who are not contacted within 6 months of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and
is committed to a No-Smoking Policy