23.2997, Jobs: Applied Ling; Rhetoric and Composition: Prof, City University of Hong Kong

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Subject: 23.2997, Jobs: Applied Ling; Rhetoric and Composition: Prof, City University of Hong Kong

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Date: Tue, 10 Jul 2012 10:23:31
From:  Human Resources Office [hrojob at cityu.edu.hk]
Subject: Applied Linguistics; Rhetoric and Composition: Professor, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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University or Organization: City University of Hong Kong 
Department: Department of English
Job Location: Kowloon, Hong Kong 
Web Address: http://www.cityu.edu.hk
Job Rank: Professor  

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Rhetoric and Composition

Description:

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic, fast-growing university that is 
pursuing excellence in research and professional education. As a publicly-
funded institution, the University is committed to nurturing and developing 
students' talent and creating applicable knowledge to support social and 
economic advancement. 

Applications and nominations are invited for:
Professor (Rhetoric and Composition/English for Academic Purposes)
Department of English [Ref. C/155/09]

The Department of English is a leading centre for English studies in the Asian 
region, and has an international reputation for its research on English 
language and literature.  Faculty in the Department typically teach five 
courses a year, covering a wide range of subjects including English 
linguistics, literature, and English for Specific Purposes for students across 
the University. Further information on the Department is available at 
http://www.cityu.edu.hk/en/.

Duties: 
Provide leadership in teaching, curriculum development and administration of 
programs in Campus-wide Composition, English for Academic Purposes, and 
English across the curriculum projects; assist the Department in a variety of 
academic and administrative duties. 

Requirements: 
A PhD in English Rhetoric and Composition/English for Academic Purposes 
or closely-related disciplines.  Candidates should have a distinguished record 
of teaching, research and scholarship; and an outstanding contribution in the 
field.  Experience and background in teaching ESL students is desirable.  
Candidates are also expected to have the training and experience to develop 
and teach effectively in a program that privileges critical thinking through 
argumentative and analytical writing for students from all disciplines in an 
ESL context, and lead research in the field. 

Salary and Conditions of Service:
Remuneration package will be driven by market competitiveness and 
individual performance.  Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, 
medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where applicable).  
Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract.

Information and Application:
For further information or queries about the post, please email Dr. Rodney 
JONES, Acting Head at enrodney at cityu.edu.hk. 

Please send the nomination or application with a current curriculum vitae to:
Human Resources Office, 
City University of Hong Kong, 
Tat Chee Avenue, 
Kowloon, Hong Kong 
Fax: (852) 2788 1154 or (852) 3442 0311
E-mail: hrojob at cityu.edu.hk.  

Applications and nominations will receive full consideration until the position 
is filled.  The University reserves the right not to fill the position.  Personal 
data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the 
University's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon 
request.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer and we are 
committed to the principle of diversity.  We encourage applications from all 
qualified candidates, especially those who will enhance the diversity of our 
staff.

City University of Hong Kong was ranked the 110th among the world's top 
universities and the 12th in Asia according to the Quacquarelli Symonds 
2011/2012 surveys.
http://www.cityu.edu.hk

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
Mailing Address for Applications: 
	Human Resources Office  
	City University of Hong Kong 
	Tat Chee Avenue 
	Kowloon  
	Hong Kong  
Email Address for Applications: hrojob at cityu.edu.hk 
Contact Information
	Human Resources Office 
	Email: hrojob at cityu.edu.hk 

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