27.544, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature; Sociolinguistics: Chair of Department, University of Nottingham Ningbo China

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Subject: 27.544, Jobs: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature; Sociolinguistics: Chair of Department, University of Nottingham Ningbo China

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Date: Thu, 28 Jan 2016 12:42:40
From: Geoff Hall [geoff.hall at nottingham.edu.cn]
Subject: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Language Acquisition; Ling & Literature; Sociolinguistics: Chair of Department, University of Nottingham Ningbo China, Zhejiang Province, China

University or Organization: University of Nottingham Ningbo China 
Department: School of English
Job Location: Zhejiang Province, China 
Web Address: http://www.nottingham.edu.cn/en/english/index.aspx
Job Title: Professor and Chair in Applied Linguistics
Job Rank: Chair of Department

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

Description:

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Professor and Chair in Applied Linguistics

Join a unique British University in China.  The University of Nottingham
Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in
China. This award winning campus offering a UK style education has grown to
establish a student body of over 6,000 in just 10 years. 

The School of English was founded in 2007, developing a range of Masters and
BA programmes in the areas of Applied Linguistics, English language, World
Englishes and Professional Communication. Members of staff are actively
engaged in research in three main research strands: Language, Literature and
Creativity; Multilingualism and Education; and Professional and Intercultural
Communication.

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. There will be significant administrative
responsibilities. Research expertise is expected to relate to relevant
identified University and School research strands and 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
disciplines. 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 as well as in winning research
funding.

Salary will be minimum £58,754 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 1 August 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 (below) for the position.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to: Prof Geoff Hall, Dean of Arts and
Education, Email below . 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 March or Early April 2016.

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: +86 574 8818 1454   Please quote ref. UNNC398X1   
Closing date: 29 Feb 2016

Application Deadline: 29-Feb-2016 

Web Address for Applications: http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/Jobs/CurrentVacancies/ref/UNNC398X1 
Contact Information:
	Professor Geoff Hall 
	Email: geoff.hall at nottingham.edu.cn 

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