35.2235, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics: Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and Learning, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Subject: 35.2235, Jobs: English; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics: Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and Learning, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Date: 12-Aug-2024
From: Melody Ho [hrmelody at polyu.edu.hk]
Subject: English; Applied Linguistics, General Linguistics: Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and Learning, 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: Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and
Learning
Job Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; General Linguistics; Generative
AI Teaching, Research Applications, Language Education, Educational
Technology

Required Language(s): English (eng)

Description:

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

Research Assistant Professor in Language Teaching and Learning
(specialising in Generative AI’s teaching and research applications)

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 captioned
position. Priority will be given to applicants with demonstrated
record of research in Language Teaching and Learning, specifically in
applying Generative AI technologies (e.g. ChatGPT, Midjourney) to
English language education and the broader domain of educational
technology.  Expertise related to Generative AI and materials design,
assessment and evaluation, and spoken/written development in the
classroom and beyond will be preferred.

The appointee will be required to (a) conduct research as the main
duty and actively pursue external research grants, such as General
Research Fund, as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator; (b)
provide quality teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level; (c)
contribute to departmental service; and (d) perform any other duties
as assigned by the Head of Department or his/her delegates.

Applicants should (a) have a doctoral degree in (Applied) Linguistics,
Language Education, Educational Technology, or a related discipline;
(b) preferably have at least two years of postdoctoral research
experience; (c) have demonstrated promise of a high level of creative
ability in research and teaching in some subdivisions of their field;
(d) be able to demonstrate effective classroom teaching skills; and
(e) be highly proficient in written and spoken English.

Conditions of Service:
A highly competitive package including a medical benefits plan and a
gratuity payable upon completion of the term which is normally for two
to three years initially, with possibility of extension.

Application:
Please submit an application through PolyU’s career website
(https://jobs.polyu.edu.hk/rap).  Consideration of applications will
commence on 12 September 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=240812001
Contact Information:
        Catherine Dela Cruz
        Email: catherine.delacruz at polyu.edu.hk

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