35.1352, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Discipline of Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Professor / Associate Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Subject: 35.1352, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Discipline of Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Professor / Associate Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Date: 29-Apr-2024
From: Melody Ho [hrmelody at polyu.edu.hk]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics, Computational Linguistics, Discipline of Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Documentation: Professor / Associate Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

University or Organization: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Department: Department of English and Communication
Job Location: Kowloon, Hong Kong
Web Address: http://www.engl.polyu.edu.hk/
Job Title: Professor / Associate Professor
Job Rank: Professor, Asst/Assoc Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Computational Linguistics;
Discipline of Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Language
Documentation; AI/Generative AI in language education, research,
technology, the internet, and language sciences

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY

With over 85 years of rich heritage, The Hong Kong Polytechnic
University (PolyU) has evolved alongside society and made pivotal
contributions to the development of Hong Kong, the Nation and the
world. PolyU also strives to be an innovative world-class university
that pursues excellence in education, research and knowledge transfer.
It offers a wide range of programmes in six faculties and three
independent schools. Besides being ranked among the top 100
universities globally by well-known ranking organisations such as QS,
THE and U.S. News & World Report, PolyU is ranked among the global top
20 for five subjects, is first in Hong Kong for four subjects, and is
in the global top 100 for 21 subjects in the QS World University
Rankings by Subject 2024.

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH AND COMMUNICATION

Professor / Associate Professor in Language and Professional
Communication / English Language and (Applied) Linguistics (Ref.
240429002)

The Department of English and Communication within the Faculty of
Humanities has a long history of conducting cutting-edge research in
language and communication and producing high quality graduates for
the professional workplace. More information about our research can be
obtained at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/research/research-overview/.

The Department is now inviting applications for the position of
Professor / Associate Professor. Priority will be given to applicants
whose research expertise and teaching experience are within one or
more of the Department’s key research areas. Specialisms in the
following domains of study will be preferred: data analytics and
statistical modeling of discourse; quantitative approaches in applied
linguistics; AI/Generative AI in language education and research;
technology, the internet, and language sciences.

The appointee will be required to (a) teach subjects in the
Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes; (b)
contribute to the curriculum design and materials development; (c)
supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects (including
PhD supervision); (d) actively conduct research in the Department’s
research areas and contribute to the development of its research
strengths; (e) assist in the administration of the Department; and (f)
perform any other duties as assigned by the Head of Department or
his/her delegates.

Applicants should have (a) a PhD degree in one of the Department’s
five key research areas; (b) a recognised teaching qualification; (c)
post-qualification teaching experience in relevant subjects at
tertiary level with a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching;
(d) an excellent track record of published research, including
experience in project-based research and grant applications; and (e)
excellent English language and communication skills.

Conditions of Service

A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.  An
appropriate term will be provided for appointment at Associate
Professor / Professor level.  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/docdrive/careers/doc/Prof.pdf.

Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website
(https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/academic).  Consideration of applications
will commence on 29 May 2024 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/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.

Mailing Address for Applications:
Web Address for Applications:
https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/job_detail.php?job=240429002
Contact Information:
        Catherine Dela Cruz
        Email: catherine.delacruz at polyu.edu.hk

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