31.2584, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Documentation; Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Subject: 31.2584, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Documentation; Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2020 18:10:50
From: Melody Ho [hrmelody at polyu.edu.hk]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Documentation; Ling & Literature: Chair of Department, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong

 
University or Organization: Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
Department: Department of English
Job Location: Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong 
Web Address: http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/
Job Title: Head of Department of English
Job Rank: Chair of Department

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language Documentation; Ling & Literature 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a government-funded tertiary
institution in Hong Kong. The University was ranked 75th according to the QS
World University Rankings 2021. It offers programmes at various levels
including Doctorate, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. It has a full-time staff
strength of around 5,300 including 1,200 academic staff. The total annual
consolidated expenditure budget of the University is in excess of HK$7.4
billion. Committed to academic excellence, PolyU aspires to become a leading
university that excels in professional education, world-class research and
partnership for the betterment of Hong Kong, the nation and the world. For
further details about the University, please visit PolyU’s website at
http://www.polyu.edu.hk.

The University is now inviting applications and nominations for the following
post in the Department of English, one of the six units in the Faculty of
Humanities. Please visit the website at http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/ for more
information about the Department.

Head of Department of English (Ref. 20081201)

The successful candidate will be appointed as Chair Professor/Professor
normally on regular terms of appointment, commensurate with his/her
qualification and experience, and hold a concurrent headship appointment. The
headship appointment is normally for an aggregate period of six years in two
three-year terms of office. Post specification can be obtained from
www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/external_adv/deans-heads.php. Other suitable
candidate(s), if deemed appropriate by the University, may be appointed as
Chair Professor/Professor.

Remuneration and Conditions of Service:
The terms of appointment and remuneration package are negotiable and highly
competitive. For general information on terms and conditions for appointment
of academic staff in the University, please visit the website at
http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/TC.htm.

Application and Nomination:
Applicants are invited to send a detailed curriculum vitae and direct any
enquiries, to the Chairman of the Search Committee for recruitment of Head of
Department of English, at the application address or application email
provided below, quoting the position being applied for and the reference
number.

It is optional for the applicants to include two to three reference letters in
their applications. Consideration of applications will commence in early
October 2020 until the position is filled. Candidature may be obtained by
nominations.

General information about the University is available at
http://www.polyu.edu.hk or from the Human Resources Office [Tel: (852) 2766
5041]. The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for
recruitment can be found at
http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/pics.php.

PolyU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to gender, ethnicity, nationality, family status or physical or mental
disabilities.



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	Human Resources Office, 13/F, 
	Li Ka Shing Tower, 
	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, 
	Hung Hom, Kowloon  
	Hong Kong  
Email Address for Applications: hrscengl at polyu.edu.hk 
Contact Information
	Chairman of the Search Committee 
	Email: hrscengl at polyu.edu.hk 


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