32.3814, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Language Data Analytics and Computational Linguistics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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LINGUIST List: Vol-32-3814. Tue Dec 07 2021. ISSN: 1069 - 4875.

Subject: 32.3814, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Language Data Analytics and Computational Linguistics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Date: Tue, 07 Dec 2021 20:40:31
From: Melody Ho [hrmelody at polyu.edu.hk]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics: Assistant Professor in Language Data Analytics and Computational Linguistics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

University or Organization: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
Department: Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies
Job Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong 
Web Address: http://www.cbs.polyu.edu.hk
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Language Data Analytics and Computational Linguistics
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics 

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University:                                 
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a government-funded tertiary
institution in Hong Kong.  It offers programmes at various levels including
Doctorate, Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees.  It has a full-time academic staff
strength of around 1,200.  The total annual consolidated expenditure budget of
the University is in excess of HK$7.6 billion.  

Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies: 
Assistant Professor in Language Data Analytics and Computational Linguistics
(Ref. 21120305)

The Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies (CBS) is one of the
constituent departments of the Faculty of Humanities.  More information about
the CBS Department may be found at http://www.cbs.polyu.edu.hk/. 

The appointee will be required to: 
 - engage in teaching and related learning activities at both undergraduate
and postgraduate levels; 
 - assume an important role in curriculum design and development; 
 - undertake academic research in his/her area of expertise, including but not
limited to making applications for external research grants; 
 - provide administrative support for academic development and departmental
objectives, and play an active role in programme management; 
 - render professional service to the discipline and/or the community at
large; and 
 - perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or his/her
delegates.

Applicants should have: 
 - a PhD degree in Linguistics or Computer Science, preferably with the
specialism in language data analytics or computational linguistics; 
 - relevant post-qualification teaching and research experience and a proven
record of relevant academic and/or professional achievements; 
 - a high level of fluency in English; and 
 - a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, scholarly activities and
professional service.

Applicants should normally have evidence-based research experience (as
supported by evidence of research projects and outputs).  Experience in
postdoctoral research will be a plus.

Remuneration and Conditions of Service: 
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment
will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Re-engagement thereafter is
subject to mutual agreement. For general information on terms and conditions
for appointment of academic staff in the University, please visit the website
at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/external_adv/academic/.  Applicants
should state their current and expected salary in the application.

Application: 
Please send a completed application form by post, nominate three referees from
different institutions/organisations by providing their names, addresses and
relationship with the applicants, to Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing
Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong or
via email to hrstaff at polyu.edu.hk.  Application forms can be downloaded from
https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/forms. If a separate
curriculum vitae is to be provided, please still complete the application form
which will help speed up the recruitment process. Consideration of
applications will commence on 17 December 2021 until the position is filled.
The University’s Personal Information Collection Statement for recruitment can
be found at
https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/careers/guidelines_and_forms/pics_for_recruitment
.

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: 17-Dec-2021 (Open until filled)
Mailing Address for Applications: 
	Human Resources Office  
	13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower 
	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
	Hung Hom, Kowloon  
	Hong Kong  
Email Address for Applications: hrstaff at polyu.edu.hk 
Contact Information
	Ms Carrie Leung 
	Email: hrstaff at polyu.edu.hk 

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