26.2578, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Full Professor, The University of Nottingham

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Subject: 26.2578, Jobs: Applied Linguistics: Full Professor, The University of Nottingham

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Date: Thu, 21 May 2015 14:46:39
From: Geoff Hall [Geoff.Hall at nottingham.edu.cn]
Subject: Applied Linguistics: Full Professor, The University of Nottingham, Ningbo City, China

University or Organization: The University of Nottingham Ningbo China 
Job Location: Ningbo City, China 
Job Title: Professor and Chair in Applied Linguistics
Job Rank: Full Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics 

Description:

Staff appointed to the School work closely with colleagues from the School of
English at the University of Nottingham, UK, one of the oldest and best
respected Schools of English internationally. A new School in University of
Nottingham Malaysia will also increasingly integrate into School activities.
The three University Schools of English collaborate to strengthen already
leading teaching and research activities. Members of staff are currently
teaching the sixth group of postgraduate students on MA programmes in Applied
Linguistics, undergraduate students on three BA programmes as well as
undertaking PhD supervision. The School is expected to expand staff and
student numbers year on year.

The successful candidate will be expected to deliver lectures and seminars
across all years of the undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and to
supervise undergraduate, Masters and PhD dissertations in the areas related to
the study of Applied Linguistics. Teaching duties would be expected to involve
a flexible approach to areas of applied linguistics offered on our
undergraduate and Masters modules. Research expertise must relate to relevant
identified University and School research strands, namely: Language,
Literature and Creativity; Multilingualism and Education; and Professional and
Intercultural Communication. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate
will be required to contribute to the ongoing development of a significant
research base at the University.

Candidates must have a PhD degree in Applied Linguistics or related
discipline. Candidates are expected to have proven academic and team
leadership skills. Evidence of previous administrative roles and skills is
essential. Experience of teaching/tutorial work in relevant subjects at
undergraduate and postgraduate level in an international English-speaking
institution is also required. Candidates shall also have sustained track
record in: publishing international quality research in peer-reviewed journals
and undertaking major research projects.

Salary will be minimum £58,171 per annum depending on skills and experience.
In addition, an attractive package including accommodation allowance, travel
allowance and insurance will be provided for international appointments.

This post is available from 15 February 2016 or as soon as possible based on
mutual agreement, and will initially be offered on a fixed-term contract with
the University of Nottingham, Ningbo, China for a period of up to five years.
This contract may be extended on an indefinite basis by mutual agreement,
subject to revised terms and conditions.

All applicants are required to formally apply online (link below) for the
position.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to: Prof Geoff Hall, Head of School of
English, tel: 86 (0)574 8818 0947 or Email: geoff.hall at nottingham.edu.cn.
Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be
accepted. Applications must be submitted on-line. 

Interviews will take place in Ningbo, China in July 2015.

Please be advised that your referees will be contacted prior to interview.

For more details and/or to apply on-line please access the application website
below. If you are unable to apply on-line please contact the Human Resources
Department, Tel: 01158 468 539.

Please quote ref. UNNC398
Closing date: 15 June 2015

Application Deadline: 15-Jun-2015 (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/Jobs/CurrentVacancies/ref/UNNC398 
Contact Information:
	Geoff Hall 
	Email: Geoff.Hall at nottingham.edu.cn 

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