Tag: Hong Kong

Lingnan U: 60 positions, various levels (Hong Kong)

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Chair Professor / Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor for Lingnan-60 Global Talent Recruitment, Lingnan University, Hong Kong. Deadline: Open until filled.

Lingnan University is one of the eight publicly funded institutions in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) with the longest established tradition among the local institutions of higher education. Lingnan University is a global leader in providing quality education focusing on whole-person development and conducting high-impact research for a better world. Moving forward, Lingnan University aspires to become a leading research-intensive liberal arts institution in the digital era.

As its 60th anniversary approaches, Lingnan University has launched the Lingnan-60 Global Talent Recruitment and will recruit over 60 outstanding scholars from around the globe to join the University as tenured or tenure-track Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, or Chair Professor in all academic fields. Interdisciplinary areas will be focused on that would spearhead a digitalized future for the University’s teaching and research capabilities. Key areas include, but not limited to, the following:

  • Art and Technology
  • Metaverse and Humanities
  • Digital Humanities
  • Financial Technology
  • Financial Sustainability
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Human-AI Interactions
  • ESG and Disclosure in the Digital Era
  • Business Analytics and Technology
  • Computational Social Science
  • Social and Public Policy
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing
  • Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Industrial Data Science
  • Sustainable Energy and Materials (clean energy, energy storage, energy efficiency, green materials, etc.)
  • Carbon Neutrality (carbon capture, utilisation and sequestration, carbon loop, carbon footprint analysis, etc.)
  • Sustainable Environment (climate change, ecosystem restoration, hazard mitigation, waste management, water treatment, desalination, etc.)
  • Smart Infrastructure (AI-driven material design, smart city, smart sensor network, etc.)
  • Any other interdisciplinary areas between STEM and Arts, Business, and Social Sciences

Hong Kong Polytechnic U: Several Positions (Hong Kong)

“Job2 Positions at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong. Deadline: Varies by position.

  1. Assistant Professor in Area Studies and Intercultural Communication. Deadline: 2 January 2024.

The Department of English and Communication is now inviting applications for the position of Assistant Professor. Priority will be given to applicants whose research expertise and teaching experience are within the Department’s key research areas, especially on the intersection between culture, language, and professional workplaces. Other areas of specialisation such as Sociolinguistics, Discourse Analysis, and Mixed-Methods Research will also be strongly considered. Experience in teaching languages such as Spanish, French, or German, and European Studies will be a plus.

2. Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Bilingualism and Communication. Deadline: 7 November 2023.

The Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies now seeks to strengthen its impact in Bilingualism and Communication as a broadly defined interdisciplinary area of academic studies, in keeping with the latest theoretical frameworks in Corporate Communication that are informed by exemplary business practices in associated industries worldwide. They aspire to develop academic leadership and groom young researchers to excel in Bilingual Corporate Communication (BCC), where “bilingual” is construed as not only distinct varieties of Chinese and English and the associated cultures specific to the local communities, but also other regional languages and cultures (e.g., Japanese and Korean, among others).

 

Hong Kong Polytechnic: Bilingualism & Communication (Hong Kong)

“JobProfessor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Bilingualism and Communication, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong. Deadline: 8 August 2023.

The Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies seeks to strengthen its impact in Bilingualism and Communication as a broadly defined interdisciplinary area of academic studies, in keeping with the latest theoretical frameworks in Corporate Communication that are informed by exemplary business practices in associated industries worldwide. They aspire to develop academic leadership and groom young researchers to excel in Bilingual Corporate Communication (BCC), where “bilingual” is construed as not only distinct varieties of Chinese and English and the associated cultures specific to the local communities, but also other regional languages and cultures (e.g., Japanese and Korean, among others). Apart from infusing BCC theories and practices in multiple degree pathways at the undergraduate level, their flagship, highly popular MA programme (MABCC) will serve as a platform for disseminating BCC knowledge and influence in not only Hong Kong, but also the Greater Bay Area, elsewhere in Greater China, East Asia, the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.

Hong Kong Polytechnic: Area Studies & Intercultural Communication (Hong Kong)

“JobResearch Assistant Professor in Area Studies and Intercultural Communication, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong. Deadline: 28 February 2023.

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. With a team of around 27 full-time academic staff, the focus areas are professional communication and applied language studies, with teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. The Department is now inviting applications for the position of Research Assistant Professor. Priority will be given to applicants whose research expertise and teaching experience are within the Department’s key research areas.

U Hong Kong: Japanese Studies: Japan and the World (Hong Kong)

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Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Japanese Studies (Japan and the World) in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China. Deadline: 1 October 2022.

Applications are invited for appointment as Tenure-Track Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor in Japanese Studies (Japan and the World) in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, to commence on July 1, 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter, on a three-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal and with consideration for tenure before the expiry of a second three-year fixed-term contract. The level of appointment will be determined based on qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Exceptionally outstanding candidates at the Professor/Associate Professor level may be considered for appointment on tenure terms subject to approval.

Applicants should have an internationally recognised record of research excellence and possess proficient or near-proficient fluency in Japanese and English. We particularly encourage applications from scholars specializing in modern or contemporary Japan, whose work engages in the study of Japan in connection to other cultures and world regions, including in East Asia and beyond. Relevant areas of specialization include such fields as Anthropology, Sociology, International Relations, Media and Cultural Studies, Popular Culture, Literature, History, and other related areas. A digital approach to humanities, either methodologically or as research involving digital media (animation, gaming, etc.), is an additional advantage.

City U of Hong Kong: Media & Communication 2022 (China)

“JobChair Professor / Professor / Associate Professor / Assistant Professor, Department of Media and Communication, City University of Hong Kong, China. Deadline: 31 August 2022.

The Department of Media and Communication invites applications and nominations for faculty appointment at the rank of Chair Professor/Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor beginning in January/August 2023. Specialization sought is open, with preferred areas including Mass Communication, Political Communication, Digital and Social Media, Visual Communication, Broadcast Journalism, and Marketing and Strategic Communication. The appointees will work in one of the areas described above; and are expected to conduct quality research, seek external funding, teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses, develop curriculum, supervise students, and undertake administrative and service-related activities.

Requirements: A PhD in Communication or a closely related field from a globally accredited institution. The appointees for Chair Professor/Professor should command a superb record of scholarly achievements and exert leadership in the field of media and communication. The appointees for Associate Professor should have an outstanding record of scholarly achievements in both teaching and research, a strong record in research grant and/or academic management expertise. The appointees for Assistant Professor should have a solid record of, or evidence of high promise for, scholarly achievements in both teaching and research. The appointees are expected to work well with colleagues. Preference will be given to those who are willing to teach skills-oriented courses; and possess industrial experience or particular expertise in Journalism, TV Production, Digital Media Planning, Data Analytics, Marketing and Strategic Communication, or Social Media Management.

Hong Kong Polytechnic: Chinese & Bilingual Studies (Hong Kong)

“JobMultiple positions, Department of Chinese & Bilingual Studies, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong. Deadline: 24 June 2022.

1. Professor/Associate Professor of Bilingualism and Communication

2. Assistant Professor in Chinese-English interpreting

The Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies (CBS) is one of the constituent departments of the Faculty of Humanities. One of the core missions of CBS is to promote and develop studies of Chinese in multilingual contexts and studies of multilingualism in Chinese contexts. With over 40 full-time academic and teaching staff members, CBS is a vibrant center for research in the areas of Chinese linguistics, corpus linguistics, language and communication disorders, cognitive neuroscience, bilingual communication, Chinese language education, Chinese language testing, language technology, and translation and interpreting. The Department now seeks to extend its strength in areas like language data analytics and computational linguistics. The Department is also devoted to offering high-quality education programmes at different levels (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral) in Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Language Teaching, Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, Speech Therapy, Translating and Interpreting, Bilingual Corporate Communication, as well as Korean/Japanese language and culture courses at bachelor’s level. Within the Department, there is a PolyU- PekingU Research Centre on Chinese Linguistics, a Speech Therapy Unit, a Research Centre for Language, Cognition, and Neuroscience, and a Centre for Translation Studies.

NOTE: there are also several other positions available in this department.

Hong Kong Polytechnic: Area Studies & Intercultural Communication (Hong Kong)

“JobAssistant Professor in Area Studies and Intercultural Communication / Linguistics,  English Language, and Systemic Functional Linguistics / Language and Professional Communication / Media Communication, Department of English and Communication, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong. Deadline: 30 June 2022.

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. Focus areas are professional communication and applied language studies, along with teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. 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.

Lingnan U: Media & Creative Industries (Hong Kong)

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Associate Professor of Media and Creative Industries,
Lingnan University,
Hong Kong. Deadline: Open until filled.

Lingnan University is seeking to hire a full-time Associate Professor in the area of Media and Creative Industries. Candidates should have (1) a strong PhD in film or media studies; (2) good track record in designing and teaching courses in media policy, media theory, media convergence and production studies (both undergraduate and postgraduate levels); (3) good track record in publication and successful grant application in the relevant areas; and (4) knowledge of local and regional media and creative industries.

There is a second position for Assistant Professor, Arts Administration and Management, as well.

Lingnan U: Film & Media Studies (Hong Kong)

“JobAssociate Professor in Film and Media Studies, Department of Visual Studies, Lingnan University, Hong Kong. Deadline: Open until filled; review of applications begins February 2021.

The Department of Visual Studies (VS) offers a multi-disciplinary course of study, focusing on art history and film art. VS admits about 30 undergraduate, MPhil and PhD students each academic year. The BA (Hons) in Visual Studies curriculum emphasises the history and theory of visual arts and culture in Asia and beyond; in addition, the programme offers students practical, object- and skill-based learning through studio practice, video production, curating and internships. The Department also offers a taught Master’s programme in Curating and Art History (MACAH). Another new taught Master’s programme in Creative and Media Industries (MACMI) will be launched in 2021/22.

VS is inviting applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Associate Professor to contribute to teaching and research in the areas of media industries and film studies. The appointee is expected to: (i) teach relevant courses at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including supervising undergraduate and/or postgraduate final projects; (ii) to develop innovative and rigorous research and generate research outputs with high impact; and (iii) to contribute to service and development of the Department. The appointee will be expected to make substantial contribution to the developing MACMI programme, and may need to assume a concurrent appointment as the Programme Director.

Lingnan University, a distinctive liberal arts institution in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, is committed to the provision of quality whole-person education by combining the best of Chinese and Western liberal arts traditions.