28.1499, Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin; English; Translation; Interpretation: Rank Open, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

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Subject: 28.1499, Jobs:  Chinese, Mandarin; English; Translation; Interpretation: Rank Open, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

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Date: Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:42:21
From: Zhoulin Ruan [Zhoulin.Ruan at xjtlu.edu.cn]
Subject: Chinese, Mandarin; English; Translation; Interpretation: Rank Open, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Suhou, China

University or Organization: Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University 
Department: Department of English
Job Location: Suzhou, China 
Web Address: http://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/en/departments/academic-departments/english
Job Title: Open Rank Positions in Media Translation and Computer-assisted Translation
Job Rank: Rank Open

Specialty Areas: Translation; Interpretation

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)
                      English (eng) 

Description:

Applications are invited for positions in the Department of English by
applicants specializing in translation studies. The Department of English is a
research-led department that trains graduates for careers as English-language
professionals in the fields of translation, media and communication, finance
and international business, and language education. Since its inception in
2008, the Department has established four undergraduate programmes of study
with a concentration on applied English studies, English literature as well as
translation studies. The Department also has a vibrant postgraduate programme
of MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and is to launch
another postgraduate offering in MA Mass Media Translation in 2017. In
addition to Masters programmes, the Department operates a successful
research-based doctoral programme, through the faculty supervise PhD student
in their specialist areas. The Department welcomes applications from those who
possess:

- A PhD in translation studies or related areas (with specialty in media
translation or CAT preferred)；
- Experience in designing and delivering undergraduate and postgraduate
modules in translation and/or interpreting (Chinese and English), particularly
in media translation and computer-assisted translation；
- A growing research profile in the field of translation or related areas plus
a commensurate record of research impact；
- Demonstrated capacity in teaching and research-related administration；
- The ability to teach subjects in English, the medium of instruction of the
University.

In addition, those applicants aiming to be appointed at the Associate
Professor level should be able to clearly demonstrate:

- A good record of the supervision of MA or PhD candidates
- Experience in curriculum development or programme management
- A developing or international research profile or record of research funding

Successful candidates will be expected to teach and contribute to
undergraduate translation and interpreting modules for our BA programmes in
English. The chosen candidates will be part of the team developing and
delivering postgraduate modules such as  Journalism Translation, Public
Relations Translation, Translating Chinese Culture etc. An understanding of
translation technology and experience in working with computer-assisted
translation software, as well as field interpreting experience, are highly
desirable. The positions require fluency in both English and Chinese.

With a faculty of 15 members and a student body of 300, the Department of
English is one of the more established entities in Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool
University. The University is a unique collaborative institution, the first
and currently the only university in China to offer both UK (University of
Liverpool) and Chinese (Ministry of Education) accredited undergraduate
degrees. The University now has over 10,000 students. Academic members of
staff enjoy access to a wide range of electronic databases as well as print
resources.

XJTLU is located in the Higher Education Town of Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP),
well-connected via nearby airports to cities such as Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo,
and Taipei, and via high-speed rail to other major cities in China, and is
just 25 minutes away from Shanghai. 

The salary range for the positions is 23,850 – 29,222 RMB/month (Lecturer),
and 29,664 – 40,497 RMB/month (Associate Professor). In addition, members of
academic staff are entitled to accommodation and travel allowances, medical
insurance, and relocation expenses.

Application Deadline: 15-Apr-2017 (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://job.xjtlu.edu.cn/ 
Contact Information:
	Head of Department Zhoulin Ruan 
	Email: Zhoulin.Ruan at xjtlu.edu.cn 

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