30.1481, Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin; Cantonese; Putonghua; Applied Linguistics; Clinical Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Translation: Assistant Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Subject: 30.1481, Jobs: Chinese, Mandarin; Cantonese; Putonghua; Applied Linguistics; Clinical Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Translation: Assistant Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Date: Thu, 04 Apr 2019 12:13:29
From:  Melody Ho [hrmelody at polyu.edu.hk]
Subject: Chinese, Mandarin; Cantonese; Putonghua; Applied Linguistics; Clinical Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Translation: Assistant Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Clinical Linguistics; Computational Linguistics; General Linguistics; Translation 

Required Language(s): Chinese, Mandarin (cmn)
                      Chinese, Yue (yue) 

Description:

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies

Assistant Professor in Applied Language Sciences / Bilingualism and
Communication / Chinese Linguistics / Translation and Interpreting (two posts)
(Ref. 19032114)

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

The appointees 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 their areas 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 a relevant discipline, preferably with the specialism in i)
Clinical Linguistics, Special Education Needs, Language Pathology, Speech
Therapy, Neuroscience or Computational Linguistics with usage of language
technology in digital humanities and big data analytics, additional expertise
in other areas of the humanities such as media studies or language and
literature will be a significant advantage; ii) Bilingual Corporate
Communication, Intercultural Communication, Bilingualism/Multilingualism or
related fields; iii) Cantonese Linguistics (e.g. Syntax, Semantics,
Sociolinguistics or Phonology); or (iv) Chinese-English or English-Chinese
Translation & Interpreting (involving Cantonese and/or Mandarin); 
- 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 of
postdoctoral research positions will be a plus but not required.  

For the post in Applied Language Sciences / Bilingualism and Communication,
preference will be given to those who are fluent in Cantonese or Putonghua and
literate in written Chinese. 

Remuneration and Conditions of Service:
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial
appointments 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 http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/TC.htm. Applicants should
state their current and expected salary in the application.  

Application:
Please send a completed application form by mail or via email.  
Application forms can be downloaded from
http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/forms.php.  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 12 April 2019 until the
positions are filled. 
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.

Application Deadline:  (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 
Web Address for Applications: http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job/en/guide_forms/forms.php 
Contact Information
	Human Resources Office 
	Email: hrstaff at polyu.edu.hk 

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