33.698, Jobs: General Linguistics: Head of Department of English, City University of Hong Kong

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Subject: 33.698, Jobs: General Linguistics: Head of Department of English, City University of Hong Kong

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Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:13:44
From: Wendell Chau [wendell at informadv.com]
Subject: General Linguistics: Head of Department of English, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong

 
University or Organization: City University of Hong Kong 
Department: Department of English
Job Location: , Hong Kong 
Web Address: http://www.cityu.edu.hk
Job Title: Head of Department of English
Job Rank: Chair of Department

Specialty Areas: General Linguistics 


Description:

City University of Hong Kong is a dynamic university located in the heart of
Hong Kong.  As a publicly funded institution, our goals are to pursue high
levels of excellence, promote innovation and nurture creativity with the aim
to improve people’s lives. In a city where East meets West, our vision is to
become globally recognised for professional education, one that emphasises the
mutual enrichment of different cultures and intellectual traditions, and for
research that makes a real difference.

The University comprises nine Colleges/Schools, including Business, Creative
Media, Data Science, Energy and Environment, Engineering, Law, Liberal Arts
and Social Sciences, Science, and Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences. Our
curricula are designed to promote knowledge creation, original discoveries and
innovative thinking by integrating teaching and research at all levels.

Applications and nominations are invited for : Head of Department of English
(Ref. B/504/09)

The Position: 
Reporting to the Provost through the Dean of College of Liberal Arts and
Social Sciences, the Head of Department will provide leadership and strategic
direction in research and professional education for the Department. The Head
will encourage and promote academic excellence, and steer the Department to
enhance the mission and vision of the University in alignment with the
University’s Strategic Plan.

The Person: 
The appointee should have a distinguished record of research, teaching and
scholarship, and substantial relevant experience in tertiary education;
outstanding management effectiveness; commitment to teamwork; and strong
communication and networking skills to build and nurture internal and external
contacts to the benefit of the Department. A doctoral degree with strong
academic and professional qualifications is required.

Salary and Conditions of Service:   
The appointee will be offered appointment to an academic rank commensurate
with qualifications and experience. The headship appointment will be on a
concurrent basis for an initial period of about three years. An attractive
remuneration package, driven by market competitiveness and individual
performance, will be offered. Excellent fringe benefits include gratuity,
leave, medical and dental schemes, and relocation assistance (where
applicable).

Information and Application: 
Further information on the post and the University is available at
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/hro/en/job/current/academic.asp?ref=uac-b504.

The University is being represented in this search by Heidrick & Struggles
Hong Kong Limited. Please send the nomination or application with a current
curriculum vitae to the application email below. The screening process will
continue until the position is filled. The University's privacy policy is
available on the homepage.

City University of Hong Kong is an equal opportunity employer. We are
committed to the principle of diversity. Personal data provided by applicants
will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes.

Worldwide recognition ranking #53 (QS 2022), and #4 among top 50 universities
under age 50 (QS 2021); #1 in the World’s Most International Universities (THE
2020); #1 in Automation & Control/Electrical & Electronic
Engineering/Materials Science & Engineering/Metallurgical
Engineering/Nanoscience & Nanotechnology/Telecommunication Engineering in Hong
Kong (GRAS 2021); and #39 Business School in the World and #4 in Asia (UT
Dallas 2016 to 2020)



Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: cityu-english at heidrick.com 
Contact Information
	Heidrick & Struggles Hong Kong Limited 
	Email: cityu-english at heidrick.com 


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